Vogo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
The correct dosage of Vogo depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Vogo include Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vogo as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Vogo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vogo is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Vogo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Vogo related warnings section.
Vogo can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vogo in conditions like Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vogo contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Vogo have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Vogo is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Vogo 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vogo is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Vogo safe for pregnant women?
Vogo shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Vogo safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Vogo. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Vogo on the Kidneys?
Vogo rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vogo on the Liver?
Use of Vogo may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vogo on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Vogo on the heart have been reported.
Vogo 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 Vogo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vogo habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vogo has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Vogo does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vogo only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vogo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vogo
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Vogo, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vogo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vogo with alcohol will be.
Yes, Vogo 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.
Yes, Vogo 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.
Yes, Vogo 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.
Take Vogo as advised by your doctor. It can be taken orally three times daily immediately before each meal. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
Vogo 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, Vogo reduces blood sugar levels.
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