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Voliphage, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Diabetes Type 2 are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Voliphage 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Voliphage also has some side effects, the most common being Rash, Flatulence, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Voliphage can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Voliphage are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Voliphage's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Voliphage has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Voliphage related warnings section.
Voliphage is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Digestive Disorders, Intestinal Obstruction, Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Voliphage contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Voliphage may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Voliphage is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Voliphage 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Voliphage safe for pregnant women?
Voliphage has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Voliphage without medical advice.
Is the use of Voliphage safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Voliphage. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Voliphage on the Kidneys?
Voliphage may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Voliphage on the Liver?
Voliphage can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Voliphage on the Heart?
Voliphage is rarely harmful for the heart.
Voliphage 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 Voliphage unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Voliphage habit forming or addictive?
Voliphage does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Voliphage will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Voliphage only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Voliphage for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Voliphage
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Voliphage, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Voliphage
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Voliphage with alcohol will be.
Voliphage 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, Voliphage reduces blood sugar levels.
Voliphage 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.
No, Voliphage does not cause weight loss. It has not been reported by a patient who is taking this medicine. However, if you experience weight loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason.
Voliphage 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, Voliphage 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 277