All Details About Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR
Description:
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR 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.
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet is a combination of three antidiabetic drugs: Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose. Glimepiride, which is a 'sulfonylurea', acts by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas. Metformin, which is a 'biguanide', acts by lowering the glucose production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines and increasing the body's response to insulin. Voglibose, which is an 'alpha-glucosidase inhibitor', prevents the breakdown of complex sugars into simple sugars such as glucose in the intestine. In a nutshell, the three medicines together prevent the blood glucose levels from rising to very high levels, thus keeping your diabetes under control.
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR 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.
The most common side effect of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Make sure you recognize the signs of having low blood glucose levels, such as sweating, dizziness, headache, and shaking and know how to deal with it. To prevent this, it's important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary food or fruit juice with you. Drinking alcohol can also increase your risk of low blood sugar levels and should be avoided. Other side effects that may be seen on taking this medicine include taste changes, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, edema (swelling), blurred vision, bone fracture, and upper respiratory tract infection. Some people may find that they put on weight with this medicine
Uses:
Treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise and single agents/ second line of therapy with two drugs are insufficient to adequately control blood sugar level.
Directions For Use:
Take Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects:
The most common side effect of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Warning & Precautions:
Some diabetic patients taking Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR may develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis. In this condition, there is too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood. So, your liver and kidney proper functioning is required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood. You should not take Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR if you have kidney disease, as measured by a blood test. Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR may lower vitamin B12 levels, so try to have blood test annual blood and vitamin. Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR when used with or without insulin has the tendency to extremely lower the blood sugar level. So, the doctor may lower the dose of insulin. Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), so an annual check-up of TSH is suggested.
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.
Kidney
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is, however, not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is generally started with low dose in patients with mild to moderate liver disease and its use is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR.
Pregnancy
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
FAQs:
Q. What are the possible side effects of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR?
The use of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR is associated with common side effects like hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), nausea, diarrhea, altered taste, flatulence, stomach pain, headache, skin rash and respiratory tract infection.
Q. Are there any specific conditions in which Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR should not be taken?
The use of Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine is also avoided in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease and in patients with inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulcerations and underlying metabolic acidosis including diabetic ketoacidosis.
Q. Is it safe to take alcohol while I am also taking Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR?
No, it is not safe to take Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR along with alcohol. It may lower your low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) and can increase the chances of lactic acidosis.
Q. What if I feel thirsty after taking Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR?
If you feel thirsty after taking Vogs-GM 1 Tablet SR, it may be because of dehydration as Vogs-GM 1 Tablet 15's can lead to loss of fluids. Increase intake of fluids, if even then you feel thirsty please consult your doctor.
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