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Precose (Acarbose)

Type
Product
Manufacturer
Country
Dosage
Qty-Price (USD)
Type: drug type
Product: Precose
Manufacturer: Bayer
Country: Turkey
Dosage: 50 mg
Qty-Price (USD):
Type: drug type
Product: Precose
Manufacturer: Bayer
Country: Turkey
Dosage: 100 mg
Qty-Price (USD):
Generic Equivalent of Precose
Type
Product
Manufacturer
Country
Dosage
Qty-Price (USD)
Type: drug type
Product: Acarbose
Manufacturer: Generic
Country: Canada
Dosage: 50 mg
Qty-Price (USD):
Type: drug type
Product: Acarbose
Manufacturer: Generic
Country: United Kingdom
Dosage: 50 mg
Qty-Price (USD):
Type: drug type
Product: Acarbose
Manufacturer: Generic
Country: Canada
Dosage: 100 mg
Qty-Price (USD):
Type: drug type
Product: Acarbose
Manufacturer: Generic
Country: United Kingdom
Dosage: 100 mg
Qty-Price (USD):

Precose Information

Precose Details (Brand and Generic)

CanadaPharmacyOnline.com currently offers the brand Precose from Canada and Turkey also called Glucobay manufactured by Bayer. The generic alternative Acarbose comes from the United Kingdom by a different manufacturer.

Dosage

The brand Precose and the generic Acarbose is available in the strength of 50 mg and 100 mg tablets.

Usage

Precose (Acarbose) belongs to group of medicines called glucosidase inhibitors. Acarbose is used to treat type 2 diabetes (non-insulin dependant diabetes). It helps to control your blood sugar levels. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. It works by slowing down digestion of carbohydrates (complex sugars) which reduces the abnormally high blood sugar levels in your body after each meal. Acarbose can be used to treat diabetes when a restricted diet alone or a restricted diet plus other sugar lowering drugs do not work well enough. Always take Acarbose exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Acarbose is not recommended for children and adolescents. Take Acarbose with your meal. Chew the tablets with your first mouthful of food. If you prefer not to chew, swallow the tablets whole with a little liquid immediately before your meal.

Side Effects and Precautions

The common side effects of Precose are increased wind (flatulence); rumbling in your stomach; a feeling of fullness or abdominal cramps; diarrhea.

Stop using Precose and contact your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects such as:
• A decrease in the number of blood cells necessary for clotting;
• Allergic reaction, such as rash, redness of the skin, skin eruptions, itching;
• A decrease in bowel activity;
• Abnormal liver function or Inflammation of the liver (hepatitis)

Warnings and Interactions

Do not take Acarbose Tablets if you are allergic to acarbose or any of the other ingredients of this medicine; are pregnant or breast-feeding; have inflammation or ulceration in the bowel, for example ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease; have an obstruction in your intestines; have a severe liver disorder; have an intestine disease where you do not digest or absorb food properly; have a large hernia, or any other condition where increased gas in your intestine may make it worse.

Before you start using Precose, inform your doctor about your medical history, especially:
• Acarbose may affect the enzyme levels in your blood. Your doctor may want to do regular test to check this;
• If you have a kidney or liver disorder;
• If you have bowel/intestine problems

Tell your doctor about all the medications you use, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, herbal products, and vitamin supplements. Some medicines affect the way acarbose works in the body. Other medicines are affected by acarbose. Some of the medicines include drugs called intestinal absorbents, such as charcoal; medicines containing digestive enzyme that help digestion, such as amylase (amylase) and lipase; neomycin, an antibiotic; cholestyramine, to treat high cholesterol; digoxin, to treat heart problems; other blood glucose lowering drugs (e.g. sulphonylureas, metformin, or insulin).

Do not take Acarbose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Acarbose is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. Keep to the diet prescribed by your doctor. If distressing complaints develop in spite of strict adherence to your diet, contact your doctor as your dose of Acarbose may need to be reduced. Household sugar (cane sugar) and foods containing it can lead to severe abdominal discomfort and diarrhea during treatment with Acarbose. Limit alcohol while taking this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar.

Questions and Answers

Why is Precose more affordable from Canada than the United States?

In general, all drug prices, not only Precose, are more affordable to order from Canada because the price of both the brand and generic medication is regulated by the government. Also, since we established in 2006, our vision is to provide safe and affordable medication to people in the US.

Is it safe to buy Precose from your pharmacy?

Our products are sourced only from facilities certified by authorities in the countries we import them from. CanadaPharmacyOnline.com has a rigorous process for selecting our partners, so that you, our customer, get the safest medicine. We are also a Certified Canadian Pharmacy that adheres to the requirements imposed by the Province of British Columbia.

How much does Precose tablets cost in Canada?

At our pharmacy, the cost of Precose 100 mg starts at $48.99 for 120 tablets.

How much is the shipping?

Our shipping fee is a flat rate of $10.00 per order. Our pharmacy focuses on getting you the lowest prices on high quality products.

How do I order from your pharmacy?

Ordering Precose from us is very simple. You can place the order online or call Customer Service at 1866.920.3784. For additional information or for the ordering process, visit our How to Order page.

Are your Precose prices competitive?

Yes, we are proud to offer some of the most competitive prices across Canadian pharmacies. In some cases, we might be able to either match or beat our competitors' prices. Please call our friendly customer service at 1866.920.3784.

Is there a limit on how many Precose I am allowed to order at one time?

CanadaPharmacyOnline.com can only dispense a maximum of a three-month supply of Precose at one time, as per your doctor's prescription.

Can I buy Precose over the counter from you?

No, Precose requires a valid prescription from your doctor. We do not sell this product without a valid prescription.

Do you ship to the United States?

Yes, we do. It usually takes between 7 and 18 business days to receive your order from our pharmacy.

Is there a generic for Precose?

Yes, there is a generic alternative for this product, called Acarbose.

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