Synonyms
acarbose
Glucobay
CHEBI:2376
Bay g 5421
Description
Acarbose is an alpha glucosidase inhibitor which decreases intestinal absorption of carbohydrates and is used as an adjunctive therapy in the management of type 2 diabetes. Acarbose has been linked to rare instances of clinically apparent acute liver injury.
Molecular Formula
C25H43NO18
Appearance
White to off-white powder