About VogliNORM-M Tablet
VogliNORM-M Tablet belongs to a category of medicines known as anti-diabetic drugs. It is a combination of medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. VogliNORM-M Tablet should be taken with food. Take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is best for you and this may change from time to time according to how it is working according to your blood sugar levels. Keep taking this medicine, even if you feel well or your blood sugar levels are controlled. If you stop it without consulting your doctor, your blood sugar levels could rise and put you at risk of kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes. This medicine may cause side effects like nausea, taste change, loss of appetite, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and skin rash. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. If these do not resolve or worry you, please consult your doctor. Your doctor might suggest ways of dealing with your side effects or treating them if they are bothersome. You should not take it if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus, if you have diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acid in your blood), or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had heart disease. It may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your blood sugar levels should be checked regularly and your doctor may also advise blood tests to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function.
Uses of VogliNORM-M Tablet
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Voglinorm-M Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps to slow down the breaking down of food in our intestine to simple glucose (sugar), thereby decreasing the rise in blood glucose levels after meals. It also helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs. Voglinorm-M Tablet will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.
How to use VogliNORM-M Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. VogliNORM-M Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How VogliNORM-M Tablet works
VogliNORM-M Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines:
Side effects of VogliNORM-M Tablet
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of VogliNORM-M Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Safety advice
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with VogliNORM-M Tablet
VogliNORM-M Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
VogliNORM-M Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected. However, patients should be alerted to the risk of hypoglycemia when it is used in combination with other antidiabetic agents such as sulfonylureas, insulin, and repaglinide.
VogliNORM-M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Use of VogliNORM-M Tablet is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
VogliNORM-M Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Frequently asked questions
What is VogliNORM-M Tablet used for?
VogliNORM-M Tablet is used to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, especially when diet, exercise, and a single diabetes medicine are not enough. It helps lower blood sugar levels and prevents complications from diabetes, such as kidney damage and nerve problems.
Can VogliNORM-M Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?
VogliNORM-M Tablet alone rarely causes low blood sugar. However, when combined with other diabetes medicines, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, it can cause hypoglycemia. Watch out for signs such as dizziness, sweating, and shaking, and carry a sugary snack if at risk.
Who should not take VogliNORM-M Tablet?
Individuals should avoid taking VogliNORM-M Tablet if they have severe kidney problems, liver disease, heart failure, serious infections, or alcoholism. It is also not suitable if they are allergic to metformin, voglibose, or any ingredient present in VogliNORM-M Tablet.
Is VogliNORM-M Tablet safe for elderly patients?
In elderly people, kidney function may decline with age. Since metformin (present in VogliNORM-M Tablet) can affect the kidneys, doctors will check kidney function (GFR) regularly and adjust the dose accordingly.
Can I take VogliNORM-M Tablet if I have kidney problems?
VogliNORM-M Tablet is not safe if kidney function is severely reduced (GFR below 30 mL/min). For mild to moderate kidney issues, the doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine and check kidney function regularly.
What serious side effects should I watch for while taking VogliNORM-M Tablet?
Though rare, VogliNORM-M Tablet may cause lactic acidosis, a serious condition with symptoms such as muscle pain, breathing difficulty, and weakness. If you feel unwell suddenly, seek emergency medical help.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
