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Acarbose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor used in diabetes management. Produced via microbial fermentation and enzymatic hydrolysis, its molecular formula is C25H43O18 with CAS No. 57-16-1.
Contraindicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease or intestinal obstruction. Store capsules below 25°C in a dry environment to prevent hydrolysis. Avoid use during acute metabolic acidosis.