Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD
Description:
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels in your body after each meal. It is used when other similar medicines along with a restricted diet, are unable to control abnormally high blood sugar levels.
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD should be taken just before or along with a meal. The dose and how often you need it will be decided by your doctor so that you get the right amount to control your blood sugar levels. Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness.
This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
The most common side effects of Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD include skin rash, flatulence (gas), stomach pain, and diarrhea. Please consult your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.
This medicine by itself does not cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). However, when used in combination with other diabetes medicines (especially insulin or sulphonylureas), it can lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels). Such episodes of hypoglycemia will have to be treated by taking plain glucose. Table sugar or common sugar will not help correct low blood sugar levels if you are taking this medicine.
Earlier taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Do not take this medicine if you have ulceration or inflammation in the bowel (eg. ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Please tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Voglinid
- Skin rash
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
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
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD.
PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Does Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD cause weight loss?
There is evidence that normal doses of Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD do not cause significant weight loss. However, very high doses of this medicine can affect the absorption of food, thereby causing weight loss. Do not take this medication for weight loss as it is not approved for the treatment of obesity. Do consult your doctor before starting this medication.
Q. How should you take Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD?
Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD is usually prescribed to be taken orally three times daily immediately before each meal. Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD may be given along with a controlled diet. However, in case Voglinid 0.2mg Tablet MD does not work alone, it may be given along with a proper diet and other antidiabetic medicines. Your doctor may further increase your doses if the given doses do not provide sufficient control over the blood sugar levels. Do not take this medication by yourself and consult your doctor before starting this medication.