Drug Interactions of Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors:
} Acarbose, Miglitol and Voglibose are the antidiabetic drugs which prevent the digestion of carbohydrates by inhibiting Alpha-glucosidase enzymes found in the brush border of the small intestines.
} Acarbose may decrease the therapeutic efficacy of Digoxin by reducing its absorption.
} Acarbose may increase the risk of bleeding by increasing the absorption of Warfarin.
} The risk of hypoglycemia may be elevated by the concomitant use of Acarbose and Sulfonylureas, Neomycin and Guar gum.
} The drugs like Pancreatin, Amylase and Activated charcoal may reduce the effectiveness of acarbose.
} The diabetics should bring a list of all of the drugs they are taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and any supplements, herbal products, etc. during their visit to the doctor or pharmacist, to minimize the possibility of potentially dangerous combinations.
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