Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Composition of Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet contains Voglibose (0.2mg). It belongs to the Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus—post‑prandial (after meal) blood glucose control; used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines along with diet and exercise

Key benefits

• Controls post‑meal blood sugar spikes
• Helps improve overall glycaemic control with diet and exercise
• Can be used in combination with other antidiabetic medicines
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone

How Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet works

Voglibose is an alpha‑glucosidase inhibitor that delays breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. This reduces the rise in blood glucose after meals.

How to take Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Oral mouth-dissolving tablet: place on the tongue and allow to dissolve, then swallow; usually taken just before the start of a meal or with the first bite as prescribed. Follow diet/exercise advice and monitor blood glucose regularly.

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 Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal 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 Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

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

• Flatulence
• abdominal pain
• diarrhoea
• 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 Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Use with caution in patients with intestinal disorders (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, intestinal obstruction), severe digestive problems, or significant liver impairment; monitor liver enzymes if advised. May cause hypoglycaemia when used with insulin or sulfonylureas—carry glucose; treat low sugar with glucose/dextrose (table sugar may be less effective as absorption is delayed).

Do not take Voglistar Md 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 and other antidiabetics (increased risk of hypoglycaemia), intestinal adsorbents/digestive enzyme preparations (may reduce effect), corticosteroids/thyroid hormones/diuretics/sympathomimetics (may raise blood glucose), alcohol (may affect glycaemic control)

How to store Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light; keep tablets in original pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Voglistar Md 0.2 Tablet

Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet. Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet lowers your post-meal blood sugar levels. Therefore, it should be taken before meals. Side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and diarrhea may occur during the first few weeks of treatment but should get better with time. Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications. Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet lowers your post-meal blood sugar levels. Therefore, it should be taken before meals. Side effects such as stomach pain, gas, and diarrhea may occur during the first few weeks of treatment but should get better with time. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Voglistar - MD 0.2 Tablet.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MANKIND (PHARMA)

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor

Chemical class:

Aminocyclitols