Volibo M is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Volibo M has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Volibo M. 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.
Volibo M also has some side effects, the most common being Weakness, Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Volibo M as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Volibo M go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Volibo M's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Volibo M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Volibo M related warnings section.
Volibo M is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetic Ketoacidosis are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Volibo M with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Volibo M, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Volibo 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) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Volibo M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Volibo M safe for pregnant women?
Volibo M shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Volibo M safe during breastfeeding?
Volibo M should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Volibo M on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Volibo M. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Volibo M on the Liver?
Volibo M may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Volibo M on the Heart?
Volibo M is rarely harmful for the heart.
Volibo 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 Volibo M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Volibo M habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Volibo M is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Volibo M. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Volibo M is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Volibo M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Volibo M
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Volibo M and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Volibo M
Information about the interaction of Volibo M and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Volibo M 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, Volibo 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, Volibo M 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.
Volibo 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.
Take Volibo M 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
