Voglinorm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Voglinorm Information

Voglinorm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.

The right dosage of Voglinorm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Voglinorm are Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Voglinorm have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Voglinorm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Voglinorm is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Voglinorm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Voglinorm 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 Voglinorm contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Voglinorm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Voglinorm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Voglinorm Benefits & Uses
Voglinorm Dosage & How to Take
Voglinorm Side Effects
Voglinorm Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Voglinorm with Other Drugs
Voglinorm Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Voglinorm
Voglinorm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Voglinorm Benefits & Uses

Voglinorm is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Voglinorm Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.3 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Voglinorm Related Warnings

Is the use of Voglinorm safe for pregnant women?

Voglinorm can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Voglinorm safe during breastfeeding?

Voglinorm may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Voglinorm on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Voglinorm on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Voglinorm on the Liver?

Voglinorm may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Voglinorm on the Heart?

Voglinorm has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Voglinorm with Other Drugs

Voglinorm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Insulin Regular

Aspirin

Atenolol

Selegiline

Fenofibrate

Mild

Warfarin

Thyroxine

Voglinorm Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Voglinorm unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Digestive Disorders
Intestinal Obstruction
Allergy
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)

Frequently asked Questions about Voglinorm

Is this Voglinorm habit forming or addictive?

Voglinorm is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Voglinorm will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Voglinorm is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Voglinorm cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Voglinorm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Voglinorm

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Voglinorm, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Voglinorm

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Voglinorm and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Voglinorm

Question over 5 years ago

Does Voglinorm cause sweating?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Voglinorm 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Voglinorm with gliclazide?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Voglinorm 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Voglinorm?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Voglinorm 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Voglinorm?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Voglinorm 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Voglinorm cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Voglinorm itself does not cause alopecia ( hair loss). However, the conditions treated by Voglinorm, type 2 diabetes and PCOS, often list hair loss as a possible symptom.