Miglitol

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Miglitol

Miglitol (pronounced: /mɪˈɡlɪtoʊl/) is an antidiabetic drug used to treat Type 2 diabetes. It belongs to the class of medications known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors.

Etymology

The term "Miglitol" is derived from the chemical name methyl N-[(2R,3R,4R,5S)-1-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dihydroxypiperidin-3-yl]carbamate. The name is a combination of the words "methyl", referring to the presence of a methyl group in the chemical structure, and "glucosidase", referring to the enzyme that the drug inhibits.

Usage

Miglitol is used in conjunction with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by slowing the breakdown of carbohydrates in the gut, which helps to control post-meal blood sugar levels.

Related Terms

  • Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: A class of antidiabetic drugs that includes miglitol. These drugs work by slowing the digestion of carbohydrates in the small intestine, thereby slowing the rise in blood sugar levels after meals.
  • Type 2 diabetes: A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose). Miglitol is used to treat this condition.
  • Blood sugar: Also known as blood glucose, this is the main sugar found in the blood and the body's main source of energy. Miglitol helps to control blood sugar levels.
  • Carbohydrates: One of the main types of nutrients. Miglitol works by slowing the breakdown of carbohydrates in the gut.

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