Miglitol (Rx)
Miglitol Brand name: Glyset
Dea Class: Rx (Prescription drug)
Drug Class: Antidiabetic, Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors
Dosage form: Tablet 25mg, 50mg, 100mg
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What is Miglitol and how does it work?
Miglitol is oral alpha-glucosidase inhibitor; in contrast to acarbose, miglitol is systemically absorbed before acting in GI tract
It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
Agents in this class have only modest effects on A1C (i.e., mean 0.3% to 0.7% reduction)
What are Miglitol uses?
It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise.
How should I take Miglitol?
Miglitol comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken three times a day with the first bite of a meal. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take it exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects
The common side effects don’t need medical attention and will disappear as your body adjusts to the dosage. But if you are facing any serious or rare side effects, then immediately seek medical attention.
- Flatulence (42%)
- Diarrhea (29%)
- Abdominal pain (12%)
- Rash (4.3%)
- Low serum iron
What Are Warnings and Precautions for Miglitol?
Warnings
Concurrent use with sulfonylureas may result in hypoglycemia; treat hypoglycemia with oral glucose, not sucrose
Before taking Cautions
Hypersensitivity
Diabetic ketoacidosis, inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, partial intestinal obstruction
Disorders of GI digestion or absorption
Conditions that may deteriorate due to increased GI gas
Severe renal impairment
Pregnancy and Lactation
Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation
- Enters slightly into breast milk; nor recommended
Dosages?
Tablet 25mg, 50mg, 100mg
300 mg/day PO.
300 mg/day PO.
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
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Miglitol brand name
Brand name : Glyset
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