New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Vobit M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Vobit M have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Vobit M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Vobit M include Weakness, Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vobit M as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Vobit M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Vobit M has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vobit M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vobit M related warnings section.
Vobit M is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetic Ketoacidosis are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Vobit M may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Vobit M is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Vobit M is used to treat the following -
Other 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vobit M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Vobit M safe for pregnant women?
Vobit M 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 Vobit M safe during breastfeeding?
Vobit M may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vobit M on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Vobit M. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Vobit M on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Vobit M. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Vobit M on the Heart?
Vobit M may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vobit M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vobit M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vobit M habit forming or addictive?
Vobit M does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vobit M you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vobit M only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vobit M is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vobit M
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vobit M, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vobit M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Vobit M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Vobit M 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.
Vobit M 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.
Yes, Vobit M 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.
Yes, Vobit M 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.
Yes, Vobit M 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.
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucophage® (metformin hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 825-826