ACARBOSE
\ɐkˈɑːbə͡ʊz], \ɐkˈɑːbəʊz], \ɐ_k_ˈɑː_b_əʊ_z]\
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An inhibitor of alpha glucosidase that retards the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the small intestine and hence reduces the increase in blood-glucose concentrations after a carbohydrate load. It is given orally to non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus patients where diet modification or oral hypoglycemic agents do not control their condition. (From Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
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