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epalrestat

Aldose reductase inhibitor · Treatment for diabetic complications

Aldose reductase inhibitorTreatment for diabetic complications
CDSCO approved
EXCRETION
not curated
INTERACTIONS
none in our sources
PREGNANCY
not curated

Mechanism

Epalrestat is an aldose reductase inhibitor. It works by delaying the accumulation of sorbitol in sciatic nerves and other tissues in diabetics. This mechanism is believed to be involved in the pathogenesis of diabetic neuropathy.

Indications

delay progression of diabetic neuropathy

Dosing

Adult
50 mg three times daily (before meals)

Side effects

Common
nauseavomitingelevation of liver enzymes

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Sources: KD Tripathi 7e·Verified: 2026-05-10 · House clinical team