Can acarbose be taken for high blood sugar during pregnancy?
Disease description:
Acarbose can lower blood glucose levels. If blood sugar increases during pregnancy, can acarbose be taken for high blood sugar during pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Pregnant women with high blood glucose should not take acarbose. Acarbose tablets help reduce postprandial blood glucose levels and can be taken when blood glucose exceeds 7.8 mmol/L two hours after a meal. As an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor, it provides certain relief and helps lower the risk of hypoglycemia. This medication should be chewed together with the first bite of starchy food (such as noodles) to achieve optimal effectiveness. Additionally, the drug can reduce the peak blood glucose level and lower overall blood glucose levels in patients. After taking the medication, side effects such as indigestion, bloating, and flatulence may occur.
