Acarbose
Brand names: GLUCOBAY PRECOSE
Description
Acarbose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitors, used in the treatment of diabetes. Inhibitors of a-glucosidase retard the breakdown of carbohydrates in the food and reduce the increase in blood glucose levels, which occurs after each meal.
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2D Molecule Structure
Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII)
T58MSI464G - ACARBOSE
CAS Registry Number
56180-94-0 - acarbose
SNOMED-CT
386965004 - Acarbose (substance)