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Volabay is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The correct dosage of Volabay depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Volabay include Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Volabay can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Volabay go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Volabay's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Volabay's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy must refrain from the use of Volabay since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Volabay contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Volabay have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Volabay is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Volabay is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Volabay safe for pregnant women?
Volabay should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Volabay safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Volabay. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Volabay on the Kidneys?
Volabay may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Volabay on the Liver?
Volabay can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Volabay on the Heart?
Volabay may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Volabay should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Volabay unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Volabay habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Volabay is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Volabay since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Volabay only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Volabay in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Volabay
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Volabay and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Volabay
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Volabay.
Volabay contain voglibose. It works by inhibiting the enzyme (alpha-glucosidase) that reduces the rate of digestion of complex carbohydrates. Less glucose is absorbed because the carbohydrates are not broken down into glucose molecules. Hence in this way, Volabay reduces blood sugar levels.
Yes, Volabay can be taken with gliclazide. No harmful interactions are reported between them. However, It is best to consult your doctor if you are experiencing any unpleasant side effects.
Volabay is the brand name for voglibose. It is an oral antidiabetic drug that belongs to the class of medicine called alpha-glucosidase inhibitor. It is used in single or combined with other drugs to treat diabetes.
Volabay itself does not cause alopecia ( hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Volabay, type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Volabay should be taken as long as needed or take it as directed by doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 277