Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet 10's
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About Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood to become too high.
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet contains Repaglinide and Voglibose. Repaglinide increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas, and Voglibose helps control the amount of glucose (sugars) in the blood.
Take Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet may cause side effects such as low blood sugar, stomach pain, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not take Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to prevent any interactions.
Uses of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is used to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet include:
- Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus: Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet helps lower post-meal blood glucose levels by increasing insulin secretion from the pancreas and slowing the absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine.
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Directions for Use
- Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet should be taken at least 30 minutes before a meal.
- It is usually taken once daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
Medicinal Benefits
- Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet helps in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Repaglinide stimulates the pancreas to release insulin, thereby lowering blood sugar levels.
- Voglibose delays the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, preventing sudden spikes in blood sugar after meals.
- It provides better post-meal blood sugar control.
- Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications by maintaining stable glucose levels.
- It improves overall glycaemic control when combined with diet and exercise.
How Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet Works
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- Drink water or other clear fluids.
- To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
- Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
- Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
- Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
What if I have taken an overdose of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet
Drug Warnings
- Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or healthcare professional if you are allergic to Repaglinide and voglibose, or have other allergies.
- Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while on Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet . It increases the risk of hypoglycaemia (a decrease in blood sugar, which might be fatal in some cases) and lactic acidosis (when the lactic acid increases in the body, impacting the functioning of various organs in the body).
Drug-Drug Interactions
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Co-administration of Iopanoic acid with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iopanoic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
Co-administration of Iohexol with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iohexol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
Co-administration of Iopromide with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Iopromide with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Iodixanol with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iodixanol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Iopamidol with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Ioglycamic acid with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Ioglycamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
Co-administration of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet and Iocarmic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iocarmic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. please consult your doctor before taking it.
Co-administration of Iomeprol with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
Co-administration of Iotroxic acid with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Iotroxic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
Co-administration of Ioglicic acid with Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet with Ioglicic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Healthy eating habits:
- Consume meals on a regular basis to prevent abrupt changes in blood sugar levels.
- Select low-glycemic foods such as legumes, veggies, and whole grains.
- Reduce your intake of processed carbs, sugary meals, and sweets.
- At every meal, include enough protein (dal, eggs, fish, curd).
- Don't miss meals, especially after taking medication.
- To lessen post-meal sugar increases, eat small quantities.
Lifestyle changes:
- Limit smoking and drinking because they have an impact on glucose regulation.
- Maintain a healthy weight by eating well and exercising.
Physical activity:
- Invest at least 150 minutes of your week in moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
- Losing weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
Blood Sugar monitoring:
- Regularly check blood sugar levels throughout fasting and after meals, particularly after major meals.
- Keep track of readings and keep an eye out for symptoms of low blood sugar, such as perspiration, lightheadedness, and hunger.
- To evaluate long-term control, have your HbA1c checked every three months.
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Alcohol
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Limit alcohol while taking this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar and a high ketone level.
Pregnancy
Caution
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether the Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
Caution
You may experience blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity requiring alertness or clear vision until you can safely perform such activities.
Liver
Caution
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver impairment/disorder.
Kidney
Caution
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending on your renal function. Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is not recommended in severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is therefore important if you're taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet . Please consult the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.
Children
Unsafe
The safety and efficacy of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet in children have not been established. Please consult the doctor if you have any doubts or concerns regarding this.
Heart
Caution
Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet . Your doctor will prescribe it only if the potential benefits outweigh the possible risks.
Geriatrics
Caution
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet should be given with caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of side effects. If you have any concerns about the usage of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet in geriatrics, please consult your doctor.
FAQs
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes. It prevents the rise of blood sugar levels after a meal.
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is composed of two medicines, namely Repaglinide and voglibose. Repaglinide increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin into the body, and helps regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Voglibose helps control the amount of glucose (sugars) in the blood by inhibiting the intestinal enzyme (alpha-glucosidase) and delaying the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. Altogether, they prevent blood sugar from rising very high after meals.
If you have symptoms like increased hunger, thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sores healing, and frequent infections, contact the doctor, as it can be a condition of type 2 diabetes.
No. Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is only prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet should be avoided in patients allergic to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Make sure to inform your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not take Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please do not stop taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own, as it may cause an increase in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet .
Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.
Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet is composed of two medicines, namely Repaglinide and voglibose.
The dose of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet depends on your medical condition, age, and response to treatment. Your doctor will determine the best dose for you.
Common side effects of Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet may include hypoglycaemia, allergy, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and nausea. These side effects may occur in some individuals but not everyone. Most side effects are temporary and don't require medical attention, but consult your doctor if they persist.
Before starting Volibo R 1mg/0.2mg Tablet , discuss your medical history, allergies, current medications, and concerns with your physician.
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