Which of the following statements regarding Voglibose is FALSE?

A. It acts by inhibiting the enzyme alpha-glucosidase

B. It reduces post-prandial hyperglycemia

C. It decreases the progression of impaired glucose tolerance to ove diabetes mellitus

D. It can cause hypoglycemia

Correct Answer: It can cause hypoglycemia

Description: Acarbose is a mild antihyperglycemic drug and not a hypoglycemic drug. Postprandial glycemia is reduced without increasing insulin levels. All alpha-glucosidase inhibitors will not produce hypoglycemia (REF. Essentials of medical pharmacology K D TRIPATHI 6 Edition, Page No - 270)

Category: Pharmacology

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