Acarbose

1. Product Information

Product Name: Acarbose

Cas No.: 56180-94-0

Molecular Formula: C25H43NO18
Molecular Weight:  645.6
 

2. Uses: 

Acarbose is used for Treating type 2 diabetes. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.

Acarbose is a glucosidase inhibitor. It works by slowing down the enzyme that turns carbohydrates into glucose. This results in a smaller rise in blood sugar levels following a meal.