Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Composition of Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Voglinorm R 1 Tablet contains Repaglinide (1mg) + Voglibose (0.3mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.

Uses of Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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. 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. Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet 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.

How Voglinorm R 1 Tablet works

Repaglinide and voglibose help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Repaglinide increases the release of insulin after meals, helping the body manage rises in blood sugar. Voglibose slows down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates from food, which helps prevent sudden spikes in blood sugar after eating. Together, they support better post-meal blood sugar control.

How to take Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

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. Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

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

If you miss a dose of Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet, 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.

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 Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

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

• 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

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 Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. If a low-sugar episode happens while on an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor such as voglibose or acarbose, use glucose — ordinary sugar and sweets work more slowly. Tell your doctor about any new swelling of the ankles, breathlessness or sudden weight gain.

Do not take Voglinorm R 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

Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with insulin or a sulfonylurea.

How to store Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Voglinorm R 1 Tablet

Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet is a combination medicine that can control blood sugar better than either medicine alone. Exercise, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Voglinorm-R 1 Tablet. Take it around 15 minutes before a main meal. It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay a meal. Check your blood sugar regularly. Always carry some sugary food to manage hypoglycemia symptoms (cold sweats, pale skin, tremors, and anxiety).

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MICRO LABS

Therapeutic class:

ANTI DIABETIC

Drug class:

Oral anti-diabetic