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Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet

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Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet is a product of Cavin Pharmaceuticals Private Limited

Composition: Metformin (500mg) + Voglibose (0.2mg)

89.06

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All Details About Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet

Description:

Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet 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.

Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels.

Retain taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, taste change, loss of appetite, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and skin rash. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor. Your doctor might suggest ways of dealing with your side effects or treating them if they are bothersome.

You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.

Directions For Use:

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. Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Vogfit M

  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased appetite
  • Flatulence
  • Diarrhea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet 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
Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet 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
Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet 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
Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet 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 Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet used for?

Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet is used to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, especially when diet, exercise, and a single diabetes medicine are not enough. It helps lower blood sugar levels and prevents complications from diabetes, such as kidney damage and nerve problems.

Can Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet alone rarely causes low blood sugar. However, when combined with other diabetes medicines, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, it can cause hypoglycemia. Watch out for signs such as dizziness, sweating, and shaking, and carry a sugary snack if at risk.

Who should not take Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet?

Individuals should avoid taking Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet if they have severe kidney problems, liver disease, heart failure, serious infections, or alcoholism. It is also not suitable if they are allergic to metformin, voglibose, or any ingredient present in Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet.

Is Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet safe for elderly patients?

In elderly people, kidney function may decline with age. Since metformin (present in Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet) can affect the kidneys, doctors will check kidney function (GFR) regularly and adjust the dose accordingly.

Can I take Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet if I have kidney problems?

Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet is not safe if kidney function is severely reduced (GFR below 30 mL/min). For mild to moderate kidney issues, the doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine and check kidney function regularly.

What serious side effects should I watch for while taking Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet?

Though rare, Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet may cause lactic acidosis, a serious condition with symptoms such as muscle pain, breathing difficulty, and weakness. If you feel unwell suddenly, seek emergency medical help.

Can I stop taking Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet once my blood sugar is controlled?

No, do not stop taking Vogfit M 500mg/0.2mg Tablet, or other diabetes medicines without a doctor’s advice. Even if sugar levels are normal, stopping the medicine may cause blood sugar to rise again.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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