Efficacy and Cardiovascular Safety of Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors.

Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors (AGIs) are a group of drugs which act on the gastrointestinal tract and help in reducing fasting and postprandial hyperglycemia by reducing the absorption of carbohydrates. This group comprises Acarbose, Miglitol and Voglibose. They are available on the market for almost three decades now.