Epalrestat
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Decreases Cholesterol Absorption, Dissolves Cholesterol Gallstones |
| Therapy | Drugs For Diabetic Neuropathy |
| Side Effects | Diarrhoea, High Creatinine, High Blood Sugar, Peptic Ulcer, Skin Rash |
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Regulated
Molecule Description
This medicine is a carboxylic acid derivative. It belongs to a group of medicines called 'reversible aldose reductase inhibitor' used for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy.
Uses
To treat nerve damage due to diabetes mellitus
Contraindications
When should one not use Epalrestat
- Allergy to this medicine
- Severe liver insufficiency
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Stomach discomfort
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Allergic skin rash and itching
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- Tell your doctor if:
- You experience any discomfort, rashes, swelling after taking this medicine
- About all your medical conditions and ongoing medications
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
It suppresses the accumulation of sorbitol in nerve by inhibiting aldose reductase. It relieves numbness/ pain of the hands, feet, leg cramps, etc. which are the commonly experienced complications of diabetes.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
No specific data available for medicine interactions
Interactions with food items
No information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with food, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
Dosage
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention or poison help if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose symptoms have not been reported well in scientific literature.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose, take it as early as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for a missed one.
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