Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

Composition of Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet contains Voglibose (0.2mg). It belongs to the Oral anti-diabetic class of medicines.

Uses of Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Key benefits

• In Type 2 diabetes mellitus Voglitab MD 0.2 Tablet is used in managing type 2 diabetes by helping to control post-meal blood sugar spikes. This can lead to better overall glucose management and reduce the risk of long-term complications such as heart disease
• kidney damage
• and nerve problems. Improved blood sugar stability can also improve daily energy and support a healthier lifestyle.

How Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet works

Voglitab 0.2 Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It inhibits an enzyme that helps in conversion of carbohydrates to glucose. This slows down carbohydrate digestion/absorption thereby preventing increase in blood glucose after meals.

How to take Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Voglitab MD 0.2 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 Voglitab 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 Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

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

• Skin rash Flatulence Abdominal pain Diarrhea

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 Voglitab Md 0.2 mg 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 Voglitab 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

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

How to store Voglitab Md 0.2 mg 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 Voglitab Md 0.2 mg Tablet

Voglitab 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 Voglitab MD 0.2 Tablet. Voglitab 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. Voglitab MD 0.2 Tablet is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications. Voglitab 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 Voglitab MD 0.2 Tablet.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`

Therapeutic class:

ANTI DIABETIC

Drug class:

Oral anti-diabetic

Chemical class:

Aminocyclitols