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Volibo is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The correct dosage of Volibo depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Volibo include Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Volibo have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Volibo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Volibo has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Volibo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Volibo related warnings section.
Volibo is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Volibo contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Volibo have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Volibo is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Volibo 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 Volibo safe for pregnant women?
Volibo has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Volibo without medical advice.
Is the use of Volibo safe during breastfeeding?
Volibo should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Volibo on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Volibo on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Volibo on the Liver?
Volibo can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Volibo on the Heart?
Volibo may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Volibo 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 Volibo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Volibo habit forming or addictive?
Volibo is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Volibo since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Volibo only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Volibo for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Volibo
There is no information on the effects of taking Volibo with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Volibo
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Volibo and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Volibo 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, Volibo reduces blood sugar levels.
Yes, Volibo can cause some sleep problems. The exact cause of sleep problems is still not clear. It is best to consult your doctor if you experience sleepiness after consuming medicine.
No, Volibo does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by a patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
Volibo 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.
Volibo 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.
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