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Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

VOGLIBOSE-0.2MG

Uses:

<p>Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Management of Type 2 Diabetes:</strong> Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar levels in individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.</li><li><strong>Improvement of Insulin Sensitivity:</strong> Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet enhances the action of insulin, making the body's tissues more responsive to it.</li><li><strong>Reduction of Cardiovascular Risks:</strong> Regular use of Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetic patients.</li><li><strong>Control of Blood Sugar Levels Post Meals:</strong> Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet assists in lowering postprandial blood sugar spikes, which is beneficial for overall diabetes management.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet contains Voglibose, an anti-diabetic medicine from the class of alpha-glucosidase inhibitors.
  • It works by inhibiting intestinal enzymes that break down complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose, thereby preventing a rapid rise in blood sugar levels after meals.
  • Helps control post-meal blood sugar spikes, improving overall blood sugar management.
  • Supports better glycemic control, reducing fluctuations in blood glucose levels.
  • Complements diet and exercise when lifestyle changes alone are not enough.
  • Reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications, such as nerve, kidney, and eye problems.
  • Acts locally in the intestine, with minimal absorption into the bloodstream, lowering systemic side effects.
  • Safe for long-term use as part of a prescribed diabetes treatment plan.

FAQs

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet is used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus when diet and exercise alone cannot control blood sugar levels.

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet works inhibiting the intestinal enzymes responsible for breaking complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose. Thereby, it helps in preventing blood glucose levels from rising immediately after meals.

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet when used in combination with other anti-diabetic medicines may cause low blood glucose levels. Regularly monitor your blood glucose levels while taking Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet to prevent hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).

Please do not stop taking Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet on your own as it may cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Continue taking Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet .

Do not use Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet after expiry. Expiry refers to the last date that the manufacturer guarantees the full potency and safety of the drug. Check the expiry date from time to time and properly discard Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet after expiry or return it to your pharmacist for proper disposal.

Symptoms of diabetes include feeling hungry, tiredness, feeling thirsty, dry skin, urinating often, weight loss, blurry vision, sores that heal slowly, numbness & tingling sensations and having more infections than usual.

Keep you blood sugar levels under control, avoid walking bare foot, wash your feet regularly, cut your nails carefully, wear clean & dry socks and use shoes that fit correctly.

Take Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet before food as it lowers your post-meal blood sugar levels.

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet may not cause weight loss. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food. Consult the doctor if you notice weight loss.

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Other diabetes medicines can be taken with Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, taking Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet in combination with other anti-diabetic medicines may cause low blood glucose levels. Regularly monitor your blood glucose levels.

If you miss a dose of Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet may cause common side-effects such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, flatulence (gas), skin reactions, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women can take Volix Instab 0.2 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or breastfeeding.