VOGLICON 0.2mg Tablet 10's

Introduction About VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET

VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET is used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus
along with diet and exercise to improve post-prandial blood glucose levels (when
only diet and/or exercise or oral hypoglycemic drugs or insulin preparation in
addition to diet and/or exercise does not result in adequate glycemic control).
It contains Voglibose which belongs to the group of medicines called
Anti-diabetics. It works by inhibiting the intestinal enzymes that are
responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose. This
manages the level of blood glucose from increasing very high immediately after
meals.

Along management with VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET follow regular exercise and diet
plan as advised by your doctor to achieve better results. VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET
is not recommended for use in patients having severe ketosis, severe infection,
before and after an operation, or with serious trauma and gastrointestinal
obstruction.

VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients undergoing
abdominal laparotomy for gallstone ileus or have roemheld’s syndrome, stenosis,
liver, and kidney problems and in elderly patients. VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET is not
recommended for use among pregnant, breastfeeding women, children, and
adolescents. The most common side effects of taking VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET are
soft stools or diarrhea, flatulence, bloating, abdominal pain or discomfort,
abdominal fullness, and nausea. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms
worsen.

Uses Of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET

• Used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus along with diet and exercise

How VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET Works

VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET works by inhibiting the intestinal enzymes that are
responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose. This
manages the level of blood glucose from increasing very high immediately after
meals.

How to use VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET

• Take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET as advised by your physician
• For Tablet: Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
• For Mouth Dissolving Tablet: Let the tablet dissolve in your mouth. There is no need to chew or swallow it with water. It will typically dissolve within a few seconds to a minute.
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition
• Continue to take the medicine for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results

Side Effects Of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET

Common side effects of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET:

• soft stools or diarrhea
• flatulence, abdominal pain or discomfort

Stop taking VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• signs of hypersensitivity reactions (severe skin rash with itching)

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredVOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET should be used during pregnancy only if the potential
benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedVOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it
may passes through breast milk.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionVOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney
problems.

!### Liver

Use with CautionVOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver
problems.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET if you are allergic to Voglibose or any
ingredients of this medicine.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctorThe safety of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET in children has not been established.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionVOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients.

Others

VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have:

• severe ketosis
• severe infection, after and before an operation
• serious trauma
• gastrointestinal obstruction

Before taking VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET, inform your physician if you:

• are undergoing abdominal laparotomy for gallstone ileus
• have roemheld’s syndrome (cluster of cardiovascular symptoms stimulated by gastrointestinal changes)
• have stenosis (condition in which there is an abnormal narrowing in a blood vessel or other tubular organ or structure such as foramina and canals)

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET, inform your physician if you are taking any
of the following medicines:

• Antidiabetics (Ex. glipizide, tolbutamide, insulin) (used to manage diabetes)
• Beta blockers (Ex. metoprolol, atenolol)
• Keratolytics (Ex. salicylic acid)
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) (Ex. phenelzine, selegiline)
• Anti-lipedmic agents (Ex. fenofibrate)
• Sympathomimetics or adrenergic agonists (Ex. epinephrine)
• Adrenocorticotropic hormones (Ex. adrenocorticotrophin)
• Hormones (Ex. thyroxine)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET,
consult your physician immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of
overdosage are low blood sugar levels, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Voglibose
Pharmacological Category	:	Alpha Glucosidase inhibitors
Therapeutic Indication	:	Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

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FAQs About VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET

Q: Can VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET cause diarrhea?

A: Diarrhea is the common side-effect of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET. Drink more
fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not take any
medicine on your own to manage diarrhea without consulting your physician.

Q: Who should not take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET?

A: VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having severe
ketosis, in a state of diabetic coma, severe infection, before and after an
operation, or with serious trauma and gastrointestinal obstruction.

Q: What if I forget to take a dose of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET?

A: You should take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET immediately when you remember. If it is
time for your next dose skip missed the dose and follow your regular dose
schedule. Do not double the dose to match up your missed dose.

Q: How to take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET?

A: Take VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Your physician will
decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight, and disease condition.

Q: What are the common side effects of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET?

A: The most common side effects of taking VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET are soft stools
or diarrhea, flatulence, bloating, abdominal pain or discomfort, abdominal
fullness, and nausea. Contact your physician if any of the symptoms worsen.

Q: What happens when I take an overdose of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of VOGLICON 0.2MG TABLET,
consult your physician immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of
overdosage are low blood sugar levels, abdominal discomfort, and diarrhea.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Random Blood Sugar (RBS)
• Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS)
• Post Prandial Blood Sugar (PPBS)
• Sugar Risk Package
• HbA1C, Also known as Glycated Hemoglobin, Glycosylated Hemoglobin