VOGLIBOZ M3 Tablet

VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET is indicated as a second-line therapy for the management of type II diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and therapy with single agents does not result in adequate glycemic control.

It contains a combination of two medicines, namely metformin and voglibose which works together to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Metformin reduces sugar production in the liver and increases the body’s sensitivity to insulin, helping it use sugar more effectively. Voglibose slows down the breakdown and absorption of carbohydrates in the gut, preventing a sudden rise in blood sugar levels after meals.

Take VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET as directed by your physician. Taking this medicine after meals helps to avoid stomach upset. Do not stop using VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET without talking to your doctor. Prior to the management, your doctor may want you to take several blood tests to understand your existing kidney condition.

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET as it could aggravate your existing disease condition and increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET is generally not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in children (aged less than 18 years) due to lack of safety and effectiveness. It should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above).

The most common side effects of taking VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache and dizziness. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.   

USES OF VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET

• To manage type II diabetes mellitus (as second-line of therapy) when diet, exercise and therapy with single agents does not result in adequate glycemic control

HOW VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET WORKS

[GBNKYWORD] helps to control blood sugar levels, where metformin works by reducing the amount of glucose released into the blood by the liver and voglibose acts by reversibly inhibiting the activity of various carbohydrate digestive enzymes (Ex. sucrose, maltose, zomaltase, etc.) in the gut, thus leading to delayed digestion and absorption of glucose into the blood stream.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

• Take VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET as advised by your physician.
• It can be taken with or without meals. However, taking this medicine with meals help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort
• Swallow this medicine whole with a glass of water, and do not crush or chew the medicine.
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
• Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. Otherwise, your blood sugar will rise again.

SIDE EFFECTS OF VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET

Like all medications, this medicine may cause side effects, although they do not occur in everyone.

Common Side Effects of VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET:

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain or loss of appetite
• heart burn
• change in taste
• general weakness
• headache
• dizziness

Stop taking VOGLIBOZ M3 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• symptoms of lactic acidosis (such as vomiting, stomach pain, decreased heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, muscle cramps, general weakness with severe tiredness or reduced body temperature)
• hepatitis (inflammation of liver with tiredness, loss of appetite, weight loss, with or without yellowing of skin or eyes)
• signs of low blood pressure (such as excessive hunger, headache, shaking, sweating, confusion, anxiety, fast heartbeat)