<prompt> Which of the following statements regarding acarbose is FALSEIt acts by inhibiting the enzyme alpha -glucosidaseIt reduces post prandial hyperglycemiaIt decreases the progression of impaired tolerance to ove diabetes mellitusIt can cause hypoglycemia  <response>: Refer Katzung 12e p 759 Alpha glucosidase inhibitors reduces post prandial hyperglycemia by delaying glucose absorption This class of agents is unique because it reduces the post prandial glucose rise even in individuals with type 1 DM These drugs do not cause hypoglycemia 