Advog 0.2

Composition of Advog 0.2

Advog 0.2 contains Voglibose 0.2 mg. It belongs to the Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Advog 0.2

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as an add-on to diet and exercise) to control post‑meal (postprandial) blood glucose; may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines.

Key benefits

• Lowers post‑meal blood sugar spikes
• Helps improve overall glycaemic control
• Useful add‑on to diet and exercise
• Can be combined with other antidiabetic medicines

How Advog 0.2 works

Voglibose is an alpha‑glucosidase inhibitor that delays breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. This reduces the rise in blood sugar after meals and helps improve overall glycaemic control.

How to take Advog 0.2

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, typically just before the first bite of each main meal (or with the first mouthful). If you skip a meal, skip that dose. Follow diet and exercise advice; do not crush unless advised.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause low blood sugar and marked stomach upset. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Advog 0.2

Most side effects of Advog are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Flatulence
• abdominal pain
• diarrhoea
• abdominal bloating
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Advog 0.2

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Use with caution in severe kidney or liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease/intestinal obstruction, or chronic intestinal disorders. Risk of hypoglycaemia increases when used with insulin or sulfonylureas—carry glucose; sucrose (table sugar) may be less effective for treating low sugar while on this medicine. Stop and seek medical help if severe abdominal symptoms or signs of liver injury occur.

Do not take Advog if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with heart failure, active bladder cancer or unexplained blood in the urine.

Interactions with other medicines

Insulin, sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride/gliclazide) or other antidiabetics (increased hypoglycaemia risk), intestinal adsorbents/digestive enzyme preparations (may reduce effect), laxatives (may increase GI effects)

How to store Advog 0.2

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Advog 0.2

Take it with the first mouthful of your meal so it can act on that meal. Expect some wind in the first weeks; it usually settles.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ERIS LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor