Repaglinide+voglibose
About Repaglinide+voglibose
Repaglinide+voglibose is a prescription medicine used to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It mainly helps control the rise in blood sugar that occurs after meals. Your doctor may prescribe this combination when diet, exercise, or treatment with a single diabetes medicine does not provide enough blood sugar control.
Take Repaglinide+voglibose exactly as prescribed, usually shortly before your main meals. If you skip a meal, skip the dose for that meal to reduce the risk of low blood sugar. Following a balanced diet, staying physically active, and checking your blood sugar as advised are also important parts of managing diabetes.
Some people may experience low blood sugar, gas, bloating, diarrhoea, or stomach discomfort. Consult your doctor right away if you develop severe or persistent stomach pain, repeated vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or symptoms of severe low blood sugar, such as confusion, extreme dizziness, seizures, or loss of consciousness.
Before starting Repaglinide+voglibose, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, digestive or bowel conditions, or a history of frequent low blood sugar. Do not take this medicine if you have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Your doctor will review your health and current medicines to determine whether this treatment is suitable for you.
Repaglinide+voglibose may interact with alcohol and certain medicines, including other diabetes medicines. These interactions may affect your blood sugar levels or increase the risk of side effects. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, breastfeeding, or an older adult, consult your doctor before starting treatment.
Uses of Repaglinide+voglibose
Medicinal Benefits
When used alongside a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and other parts of your diabetes care plan, Repaglinide+voglibose helps control post-meal blood sugar levels. The main benefits are:
- Controls blood sugar after meals: Helps reduce sharp rises in blood sugar after eating.
- Provides complementary blood sugar control: Combines two medicines that work in different ways to manage post-meal blood sugar levels.
- Supports long-term diabetes management: Keeping blood sugar within the recommended range may help reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications affecting the nerves, kidneys, eyes, and other parts of the body.
- Supports steadier blood sugar levels: Better control of post-meal blood sugar may help reduce symptoms related to high blood sugar, such as increased thirst, frequent urination, and tiredness.
Directions for Use
- Repaglinide+voglibose 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 Repaglinide+voglibose as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, chew, or break it.
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Side Effects of Repaglinide+voglibose
Common Side Effects (Usually mild)
- Low blood sugar, which may cause sweating, shakiness, hunger, dizziness, or weakness
- Gas or flatulence
- Bloating or stomach discomfort
- Mild diarrhoea or loose stools
Serious Side Effects (Consult your doctor right away)
- Severe low blood sugar causing confusion, extreme dizziness, seizures, or loss of consciousness
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, or persistent nausea, which may be signs of liver problems
- Severe or persistent stomach pain or repeated vomiting
- Signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as a rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, or difficulty breathing
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- Do not skip meals: Take Repaglinide+voglibose shortly before a meal. If you skip a meal, skip the dose for that meal to reduce the risk of low blood sugar.
- Know the signs of low blood sugar: Watch for sweating, shakiness, hunger, dizziness, weakness, or confusion. Make sure people close to you know these signs and how to help in an emergency.
- Carry a quick source of sugar: Keep glucose tablets, glucose gel, fruit juice, or hard candy with you in case your blood sugar drops too low.
- Monitor your blood sugar: Check your blood sugar as advised and keep a record of your readings to share with your doctor during follow-up visits.
- Check the packaging: Make sure the blister strip is intact and check the expiry date before use. Do not take tablets that are expired or look different from usual.
Drug Interactions
The following medicines may interact with Repaglinide+voglibose and require closer monitoring or dose adjustments:
- Other diabetes medicines: Insulin and medicines such as sulfonylureas may increase the risk of low blood sugar when taken with Repaglinide+voglibose. Metformin may be used as part of a diabetes treatment plan, but your doctor will decide whether the combination is suitable for you.
- Beta-blockers: Medicines such as propranolol or metoprolol may make some warning signs of low blood sugar, such as a fast heartbeat, less noticeable.
- Certain pain relievers: Some medicines, including aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, may affect blood sugar control or increase the risk of low blood sugar. Use them only as advised by your doctor.
- Steroids, diuretics, and thyroid medicines: These medicines may raise blood sugar levels and reduce the blood-sugar-lowering effect of Repaglinide+voglibose. Your doctor may monitor your blood sugar more closely.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeLimit alcohol while taking this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar and a high ketone level.
Pregnancy
cautionDuring pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether the Repaglinide+voglibose can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionYou 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
cautionRepaglinide+voglibose 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
cautionRepaglinide+voglibose 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. Repaglinide+voglibose is not recommended in severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is therefore important if you're taking Repaglinide+voglibose. Please consult the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.
Children
unsafeThe safety and efficacy of Repaglinide+voglibose in children have not been established. Please consult the doctor if you have any doubts or concerns regarding this.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat your meals at regular, consistent times every day to help this medicine work safely and prevent sudden drops in blood sugar.
Always carry a fast-acting sugar source with you, such as fruit juice, raisins, glucose tablets, or hard candy, to treat sudden low blood sugar. - Incorporate regular, moderate physical activity like walking into your daily routine, as exercise helps your body use blood sugar more effectively.
- Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly as advised by your doctor to track how well your treatment is working.
Special Advise
- Take short, frequent meals, and avoid prolonged fasting when taking Repaglinide+voglibose. Beware of symptoms of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar), which include sweating, dizziness, palpitations, shivering, intense thirst, dry mouth, dry skin, frequent urination, etc. Whenever you experience any of these symptoms, immediately consume 5-6 candies, three glucose biscuits, or three teaspoons of honey/sugar and get in touch with your physician. Make sure to carry these with you at all times, especially during long travels.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disease that prevents the body from properly utilising insulin. Hence, people with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or resist insulin action. Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, also known as adult-onset diabetes. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes include increased thirst, frequent urination at night, slow wound healing, increased hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. There may be weight gain in some cases, while weight loss may be observed in rare cases. The complications of type 2 diabetes also include neuropathy (nerve problems), nephropathy (kidney problems), retinopathy (damaged retina of the eyes or blindness), loss of limbs, sexual dysfunction, and an increased chance of heart attack or stroke.
FAQs
Repaglinide+voglibose is primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes. It prevents the rise of blood sugar levels after a meal.
Repaglinide+voglibose 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. Repaglinide+voglibose is only prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.
Repaglinide+voglibose 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 Repaglinide+voglibose if you are pregnant unless prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will prescribe Repaglinide+voglibose only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please do not stop taking Repaglinide+voglibose without consulting your doctor on your own, as it may cause an increase in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Repaglinide+voglibose for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Repaglinide+voglibose.
Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.
Repaglinide+voglibose is composed of two medicines, namely Repaglinide and voglibose.
The dose of Repaglinide+voglibose depends on your medical condition, age, and response to treatment. Your doctor will determine the best dose for you.
Common side effects of Repaglinide+voglibose 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 Repaglinide+voglibose, discuss your medical history, allergies, current medications, and concerns with your physician.
No. If you skip a meal, skip the dose for that meal. Taking Repaglinide+voglibose without eating may increase the risk of low blood sugar. Follow your doctor’s advice if your meal schedule changes frequently.
Repaglinide+voglibose is taken shortly before meals to help control the rise in blood sugar after eating. Your blood sugar readings may begin to improve after starting treatment, but the response varies between individuals. Your doctor may also check your HbA1c, usually about every 3 months, to assess long-term blood sugar control.
If you feel shaky, sweaty, hungry, dizzy, weak, or confused, check your blood sugar if possible and take a fast-acting source of sugar, such as glucose tablets, glucose gel, or fruit juice. Check your blood sugar again after 15 minutes and repeat treatment if it remains low. Seek urgent medical help if you have seizures, lose consciousness, or cannot safely eat or drink.
Alcohol can make blood sugar levels more difficult to control and may increase the risk of low blood sugar. Limit or avoid alcohol during treatment, particularly if you have liver problems or frequently experience low blood sugar.
Repaglinide may cause modest weight gain in some people. Following your recommended diet, staying physically active, and monitoring your weight may help manage weight changes. Inform your doctor if you experience rapid or significant weight gain.
Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems before taking Repaglinide+voglibose. Your doctor will assess your kidney function, blood sugar levels, other medicines, and overall health to determine whether this treatment is suitable for you.
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