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alpha glucosidase inhibitor
Indications:
- prevention & treatment of type 2 diabetes
- may reduce cardiovascular events [1]
Adverse effects:
- flatulence
- abdominal discomfort [1]
Mechanism of action:
- inhibits polysaccharide absorption [1]
Interactions
drug interactions
drug adverse effects of hypoglycemic agents
Related
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General
enzyme inhibitor
oral hypoglycemic agent
References
- Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 17,
American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2015