Voglibose 0.3 Tablet

Voglibose 0.3 mg belongs to the category of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors which is mainly useful in the management of post-prandial blood glucose in diabetic patients. It helps in delaying the absorption of glucose.

The salt Voglibose is prescribed to the person when the support of exercise and lifestyle management is not enough for the control of diabetes. It happens in most cases of type 2 diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes indicates mellitus with non-insulin dependency means that the requirement for insulin is not frequent. Under the condition, the patient’s blood sugar levels are above the medical perspective.

The Voglibose salt works by inhibiting the production of enzymes in the intestine which are responsible for the breakage of simple sugar into smaller and complex substances. If the salt medicine is used in a controlled manner as per the guidance of health experts, it reduces the risk of an increase in the sugar level rise after the meals.

The use of Voglibose is significant only for patients suffering from type 2 diabetes. There are some precautions that may help if the use of the dose is regular. This includes the maintenance of a healthy diet, taking the dose on time, and having proper intervals between the doses. 

Some patients with Voglibose salt use have reported the generation of side effects such as nausea, digestive issues, vomiting, flatulence, heartburn, etc Therefore it is necessary to have the dose as per the indication of a health expert. A consultation may help in many ways.

Indications of Voglibose Salt

The salt is only beneficial for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Here is a guide mentioned which indicates its use in a better manner.

• Voglibose salt promotes the treatment of hyperglycemia
• Mainly postprandial blood glucose is managed with the dose.
• Macrovascular complications are treated and their effect is reduced.

Dosage of Voglibose Salt

The drug is initiated at lower doses in elderly patients. 200-300 mcg twice daily before meals.

Mechanism of action of Voglibose Salt

Voglibose is an alpha-amylase glucosidase inhibitor that produces its action by inhibiting the alpha-glucosidase present in the intestinal wall which causes reduced absorption of disaccharides, dextrin, and starch in the intestine. 

This helps in the reduction of the rise in post-prandial glucose. All the actions produced by the drug do not involve the stimulation of insulin so it reduces the risk of hypoglycemia in patients.

The majority of the drug is present in the gastrointestinal tract where the presence of glucosidase inhibitors attains its pharmacological actions. The drug is metabolized mainly by intestinal enzymes.

Excretion of Voglibose Salt

The maximum amount of the drug is excreted in urine and feces.

Contraindications with Voglibose Salt

Salt is known to cause some health issues to the person in the form of side effects. These will initiate some negative health issues which are mentioned below.

• Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients present in the drug.

• Diabetic ketoacidosis may happen.

• Renal dysfunction and failure is noticed by some patients.

• Severe infection in the case of low body immunity can occur.

• Inflammatory bowel disease is the most common effects.

• Hernia in rare cases is noticed with Voglibose salt use.

Precautions with Voglibose Salt

There are some precautions which are necessary for the welfare of a person. Following the recommended advice will provide stable results and thereby treat an effective cause of type 2 diabeties. 

• Inform the clinician about the history of laparotomy to avoid contradiction.
• Take the dose only in external conditions if you face Renal dysfunction
• Hypoglycemic episodes can be noticed hence take it in a limited manner.
• The Voglibose salt recommendation is not for the pregnant woman.
• Take it with water do not chew it.

Storage- Keep the Voglibose salt dose stored in a cool and dry place.

Note- The Voglibose salt is only for external use.