Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet
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Introduction of Volga R Tablet
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels in your body after each meal. It is used when other similar medicines along with a restricted diet, are unable to control abnormally high blood sugar levels.
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines
Uses of Volga R Tablet
Benefits of Volga R Tablet
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. 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. 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.
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg 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.
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg 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.
Side effects of Volga R Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Volga R
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Headache
How to use Volga R 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. Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Volga R Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg 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.
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Quick tips
Volga R Tablet
- Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that can control blood sugar better than either medicine alone.
- Exercise, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet.
- Take it around 15 minutes before a main meal.
- It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay a meal. Check your blood sugar regularly.
- Always carry some sugary food to manage hypoglycemia symptoms (cold sweats, pale skin, tremors, and anxiety).
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
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