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Voglitor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Voglitor. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Voglitor also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Voglitor have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Voglitor are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Voglitor is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Voglitor related warnings talks about Voglitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Voglitor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Voglitor in conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Voglitor are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Voglitor with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Voglitor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Voglitor 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Voglitor is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Voglitor safe for pregnant women?
Voglitor 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 Voglitor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Voglitor. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Voglitor on the Kidneys?
Voglitor rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Voglitor on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Voglitor on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Voglitor on the Heart?
Side effects of Voglitor rarely affect the heart.
Voglitor 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 Voglitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Voglitor habit forming or addictive?
Voglitor is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Voglitor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Voglitor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Voglitor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Voglitor
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Voglitor together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Voglitor
Information about the interaction of Voglitor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Voglitor itself does not cause alopecia ( hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Voglitor, type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.
Yes, Voglitor can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that it causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which leads to night sweats. You need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly and talk to your doctor as your dose may need to be adjusted.
Voglitor 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.
Yes, Voglitor can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). However, this can also occur if you delay or miss a meal, drink alcohol, exercise more than usual, can't eat due to stomach upset, and taking other antidiabetic medicine with voglibose. So, regular monitoring of blood glucose level is needed and be cautious of symptoms of hypoglycemia. It is best to consult your doctor if you feel any unwanted effects.
Yes, Voglitor is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
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