Voglibose Tablets 0.2mg
Voglibose Tablets 0.3mg
Patient Information Leaflet
1) What is Voglibose and how it works?
Voglibose is used to lower blood glucose level in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, especially when other medicines are not able to provide the desired results. It belongs to a group of medicines known as alpha-glucosidases inhibitors.
This medication works by selectively inhibits ?-glucosidase in the intestinal wall, delaying the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, thereby preventing a sudden rise in blood glucose levels after food.
What are the uses of Voglibose?
Type 1 Diabetes
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Voglibose is used to control blood sugar levels in type II diabetes mellitus either individually or in combination with other medicines.
2) What are the Contraindications of Voglibose?
Allergy
Voglibose is not recommended for patients having a known history of allergy to it or any other components of the medicine.
Intestinal Obstruction
Voglibose is not recommended for patients having intestinal obstruction due to diseases like Inflammatory Bowel Disease, severe ulcers etc.
Digestive Disorders
Voglibose is not recommended for use in patients having long-term digestive disorders.
3) What are the side effects of Voglibose?
- Diarrhoea
- Flatulence
- Pneumatosis intestinalis
- Abnormal Liver Function
- Nausea Or Vomiting
- Dizziness
4) Other information about Voglibose
How long is the duration of effect?
The duration for which action of this medicine is not clinically established.
What is the onset of action?
The time taken for the onset of action is not clinically established.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Use of this medicine is not recommended during pregnancies as the possible effect on developing fetus is unknown. It is recommended to discontinue the consumption of this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Consult your doctor before stopping the use of this medication so that an alternate medication can be prescribed.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Use of this medicine is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers as the effect on the infant is not clinically established. Consult your doctor so that alternative medicine can be prescribed.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
Whenever you take more than one medicine or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you”re at risk of a drug interaction.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.
5) What are the interactions of Voglibose?
? Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
? Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.
? Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
? Interaction with Medicine
Insulin
Voglibose should be taken with caution when used along with other medications used for lowering blood glucose. Special precaution including monitoring of blood glucose level is advised in such case
? Interaction with Disease
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Report the incidence of Acidosis to the doctor. Suitable dosage adjustment and safety monitoring are advised in mild cases. However, if the acidosis is severe, then it is not recommended for use.
6) Contents of the pack and other information.
Packages and Strengths
Voglibose Tablet is available in the following packages and strengths
Voglibose Tablet- Packages: 10 Tablet
Voglibose Tablet- Strengths: 0.3MG, 0.2MG
7) Manufactured in India by:
TAJ LIFE SCIENCES PVT. LTD.
Unit No. 214, Old Bake House,
Bake House Lane, Fort,
Mumbai-400001
at: Ahmedabad- Gujarat,
INDIA.Ho.NO. +91 8448 444 095
Toll-Free Phone: (1800-222-434 1800-222-825)