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Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet


Product introduction

Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels.

Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effect of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, edema (swelling), blurred vision, bone fracture, and upper respiratory tract infection. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine.

You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.


Benefits of Voglex GM Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. 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. It also helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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.
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg 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.

Side effects of Voglex GM Tablet

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

Common side effects of Voglex GM

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Loss of appetite

How to use Voglex GM 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. Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Voglex GM Tablet works

Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Voglex GM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg 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.

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Quick tips

  • Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
  • It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

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ANTI DIABETIC

Patient concerns

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Diabetes mellitus type 2 ,thirst
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
A person can control his or her sugar levels by doing regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOUR DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you should not treat it as disease but a start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications like kidney or heart problems .online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET
Diabetes mellitus type 2 required only ayurvedic medicine
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
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FAQs

What is Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet?

Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). It improves the blood glucose levels in adults when taken along with proper diet and regular exercise. Glimepiride lowers the blood glucose levels by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas. Metformin works by lowering the glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity. Voglibose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor which lowers the postprandial (after meals) glucose levels in the body. This combination is not indicated for the treatment of Type 1 DM.

What are the possible side effects of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet?

The use of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet is associated with common side effects like hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), nausea, diarrhea, altered taste, flatulence, stomach pain, headache, skin rash and respiratory tract infection.

Are there any specific conditions in which Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet should not be taken?

The use of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine is also avoided in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease and in patients with inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulcerations and underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.

Is it safe to take alcohol while I am also taking Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet?

No, it is not safe to take Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet along with alcohol. It may lower your low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.

Can the use of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?

Yes, the use of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level). Symptoms of hypoglycemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, dizziness, fast heart rate, and feeling anxious or shaky. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with it. So, regular monitoring of blood sugar level is important. Always keep glucose tablets, honey or fruit juice with you.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Voglex GM 2mg/500mg/0.3mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

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  2. Metformin hydrochloride. Princeton, New Jersey: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Dabhi AS, Bhatt NR, Shah MJ. Voglibose: An Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitor. J Clin Diagn Res. 2013;7(12):3023-7. [Accessed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. Glimepiride+Metformin+Voglibose [Product Monograph]. Punjab, India: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.; 2018. [Accessed 25 Oct. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. Metformin Hydrochloride (Prolonged Release), Voglibose & Glimepiride [Patient Information Sheet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.; 2015. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from: External Link

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