• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.
• Consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Voglizux 0.2 Tablet is principally utilised in the management of blood glucose levels in adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This medication belongs to the class of medicines known as alpha-glucosidase inhibitors.
Voglizux 0.2 Tablet is prescribed for:
• Managing type 2 diabetes mellitus.
• Regulating post-meal blood glucose levels.
• Complementing diet and exercise plans.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Do not exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.
• Consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Voglizux 0.2 Tablet is taken orally.
The common side effects of Voglizux 0.2 Tablet include:
• Flatulence
• Abdominal distension
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
Voglizux 0.2 Tablet contains voglibose (0.2 mg), which functions in the body as follows:
• Inhibition of Enzymes: Voglibose blocks enzymes in the small intestine responsible for breaking down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars.
• Reduction in Blood Glucose Levels: By inhibiting these enzymes, voglibose delays carbohydrate absorption from the gut, reducing the post-meal rise in blood glucose levels.
Exercise caution and consult your doctor before taking the medicine if you are pregnant.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine while breastfeeding.
Limit alcohol consumption, as the interaction with this medicine is unknown.
Use Voglizux 0.2 Tablet under medical supervision if you have liver issues.
Patients with kidney problems should exercise caution and consult their doctor regularly.
This medicine is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or operate machinery, but be cautious until you know how it affects you.
Do not take this medication if you are allergic to voglibose or any ingredient in the tablet.
Not recommended for individuals under 18 years of age unless advised by a doctor.
Older adults should use under medical supervision due to increased sensitivity to side effects.
Drug-Drug Interactions
• Anti-diabetics: Can increase the risk of hypoglycaemia when taken with medicines like metformin.
• Heart Medications: May alter the absorption of medications such as digoxin.
Drug-Disease Interactions
• Gastrointestinal Disorders: Use cautiously if you have conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.
Daily Dosage
• Take Voglizux 0.2 Tablet as directed by your doctor according to your condition and response to the medication.
Missed Dose
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose without consulting your doctor.
Overdose
• Common overdose symptoms include flatulence and abdominal discomfort. Seek medical attention immediately if you overdose.
• Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
• Retain in original packaging until ready for use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Ensure usage before the expiry date.
• Consume a balanced diet, emphasising complex carbohydrates for stable blood sugar levels.
• Engage in regular physical exercise to enhance insulin sensitivity and blood glucose control.