This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pharmacology
All the following statements about alpha–glucosidase inhibitors are true EXCEPT: 
Select and explain. 
A. Reduces intestinal absorption of carbohydrates, B. Effective in both type 1 and 2 diabetes, C. Hypoglycemia is a common and serious side effect, D. Can be used with other oral hypoglycemic agents
C: Hypoglycemia is a common and serious side effect
Answer: C: Hypoglycemia is a common and serious side effect 
Explanation: None