Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is a combination of two medicines that effectively control blood sugar levels, when a single medication is not effective. When used along with a proper diet and regular exercise, this medicine helps to prevent the long-term complications of diabetes mellitus. It may cause nausea and stomach pain as a side effect, which generally improve with time.

Uses of Voglivib MF Tablet SR

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Voglivib MF Tablet SR

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps to slow down the breaking down of food in our intestine to simple glucose (sugar), thereby decreasing the rise in blood glucose levels after meals. It also helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs.
Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

Side effects of Voglivib MF Tablet SR

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Voglivib MF

Flatulence
Diarrhea
Bloating
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Decreased appetite

How to use Voglivib MF Tablet SR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive.
However, patients should be alerted to the risk of hypoglycemia when it is used in combination with other antidiabetic agents such as sulfonylureas, insulin, and repaglinide.

Kidney

CAUTION

Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Voglivib MF Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Voglivib MF Tablet SR

Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.
Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medicine.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any deep or rapid breathing, persistent nausea, vomiting or stomach pain as Voglivib 0.2 MF Tablet SR may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is an excess of lactic acid in the blood.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI DIABETIC

Related lab tests

Glucose - Fasting Blood

Glucose - Postprandial Blood

Glycosylated Hemoglobin

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