Voglimac R 0.5 Tab

Composition

Voglibose 0.5 mg tablet

Uses of Voglimac R 0.5 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (post-meal blood sugar control), used as add-on therapy along with diet and exercise; may be used with other antidiabetic medicines when needed

• •Reduces post-meal blood sugar spikes
• •Helps improve overall glycaemic control with diet and exercise
• •Useful add-on with other antidiabetic medicines
• •Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone

How it works

Voglibose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor that slows down the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. This reduces the rise in blood glucose after meals (postprandial hyperglycaemia).

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take as prescribed, usually just before the start of each main meal (or with the first bite of food). Do not skip meals after taking; follow diet and exercise advice and monitor blood sugar regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Voglimac R 0.5 Tab may include:

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

Warnings & precautions

Use with caution in patients with gastrointestinal disorders (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal obstruction, ulceration) as it may worsen symptoms. Risk of low blood sugar increases if used with insulin or sulfonylureas—if hypoglycaemia occurs, treat with oral glucose (dextrose) rather than sucrose. Monitor liver function if advised by clinician. Consult doctor in elderly, kidney/liver disease, or if persistent severe abdominal symptoms occur.