In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitusGlucobay M 25 Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels when given in combination with other anti-diabetics. It works by slowing down the digestion and absorption of glucose (carbohydrates) from your digestive tract, thereby decreasing the rise in blood glucose levels after meals. It also helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine.Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes and reduces the risk of getting serious complications of diabetes such as kidney or eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs.This medicine will also reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common Side Effects :
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Flatulence

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glucobay M 25 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Acarbose and metformin. Acarbose works by slowing down the breakdown of complex sugars into simpler sugars. This reduces the post-meal rise in blood sugar. Metformin lowers the production and absorption of sugar in your body and allows better use of existing insulin.

Alcohol:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Glucobay M 25 Tablet.

Pregnancy:
Glucobay M 25 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding:
Glucobay M 25 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving:
It is not known whether Glucobay M 25 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:
Glucobay M 25 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Glucobay M 25 Tablet is recommended.Use of Glucobay M 25 Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver:
Glucobay M 25 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Glucobay M 25 Tablet.
Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal. 
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice if you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool, pale skin, tremors, and anxiety.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain, as Glucobay M 25 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
Let your doctor know if you feel excessively thirsty, pass urine more frequently, or get tired easily. These are signs of very high blood sugar levels, and your treatment may need to be adjusted.
Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. 
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting or stomach pain as Glucobay M 25 Tablet may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.

If you miss a dose of Glucobay M 25 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.