Voglitor MD 0.3 Tablet (10): Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Voglitor Information

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

Voglitor Benefits & Uses

Voglitor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Voglitor 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

Voglitor Related Warnings

Is the use of Voglitor safe for pregnant women?

Voglitor 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 Voglitor safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Voglitor may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Voglitor should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Voglitor on the Kidneys?

Voglitor rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
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.

Severe
What is the effect of Voglitor on the Heart?

Voglitor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Voglitor with Other Drugs

Voglitor 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

Voglitor Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Voglitor

Is this Voglitor habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Voglitor has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Voglitor since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Voglitor should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Voglitor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Voglitor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Voglitor

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Voglitor with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Voglitor

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Voglitor with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Voglitor

Question about 5 years ago

Does Voglitor cause alopecia (hair loss)?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Voglitor cause sweating?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long should I take Voglitor?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Voglitor cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Voglitor safe to use?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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.