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GlossaryAcarbose

medication that slows carbohydrate digestion to manage blood sugar

Acarbose is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It works by inhibiting enzymes in the intestines that break down carbohydrates into glucose, thereby slowing the rise in blood sugar levels after meals. This helps in better managing blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.

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research Rapamycin But Not Acarbose Decreases Age-Related Loss of Outer Hair Cells in the Mouse Cochlea

15 citations , September 2018 in “Hearing research”

Rapamycin reduces age-related hearing cell loss in mice, but acarbose does not.

research Acarbose for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

7 citations , April 2008 in “Annals of pharmacotherapy/The annals of pharmacotherapy”

Acarbose may improve PCOS symptoms and fertility, but more research is needed.

research Antidiabetic, Dermatoprotective, Antioxidant and Chemical Functionalities in Zizyphus Lotus Leaves and Fruits

69 citations , February 2019 in “Industrial Crops and Products”

Zizyphus lotus leaves and fruits have strong antidiabetic effects and potential skin benefits.

research Pharmacotherapy of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Update

34 citations , January 2011 in “Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology”

New treatments for PCOS show promise, but no current medication treats all aspects of the condition.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Infertility: An Update

26 citations , July 2021 in “International journal of adolescent medicine and health”

New treatments for PCOS are improving fertility and managing symptoms better.

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