Voglitor R 1/0.3 Tablet should be taken just after
meals. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it
without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may
increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage
and blindness. If you miss a dose, do not take the missed dose between
two meals. Wait until your next meal and take it just after meals as
usual. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. This
medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a
healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your
doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include
flatulence, diarrhea, stomach pain, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar
level), and skin rash. However, these are temporary and usually resolve
on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or
persist for a longer duration. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly
while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, inform
your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or urinary tract
infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or
breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.
Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the
risk of developing some side effects.