an oral medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes. It blocks the enzymes that digest starches in food. The result is a slower and lower rise in blood glucose throughout the day, especially right after meals. Belongs to the class of medicines called alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. (Brand name: Glyset.)
Found on
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/glossary/m.html
an oral medicine used to treat Type 2 diabetes. It blocks the enzymes that digest starches in food. The result is a
Found on
http://www.diabetes.org
(mig´lĭ-tol) an antidiabetic agent that by inhibiting α-glucosidases of the intestinal brush border delays the breakdown of ingested sugars, slowing the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream and reducing postprandial hyperglycemia; used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus, administered orally.
Found on
http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
No exact match found.
