Prandial MD (Voglibose)
Prandial 0.2 MD Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication belonging to the alpha-glucosidase inhibitors group. It is used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus, especially when diet and exercise alone cannot control blood sugar levels.
| Salt Composition | Voglibose (0.2mg) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI DIABETIC |
| USA Brand Name | Voglib |
| Strength | 0.2 mg, 0.3mg |
| Generic Name | Voglibose |
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd |
| Storage | Store Below 30° C |
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Prandial 0.2 MD Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. Prandial 0.2 MD Tablet works by blocking digestive enzymes responsible for breaking down complex sugars into simple sugars like glucose, thus preventing blood sugar levels from rising after meals.
Usage:
Take the tablet with or after food, without breaking, chewing, or crushing it. Swallow it whole with a glass of water at the same time every day. Continue taking it as long as prescribed by your doctor.
Common side effects include:
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Gas
- Skin reactions
- Indigestion
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Precautions:
Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, bowel issues, or a history of antibiotic-induced bloody diarrhea. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before use.
Interactions:
Prandial 0.2 MD Tablet can interact with other antidiabetic drugs (e.g., metformin, insulin), pain relievers (e.g., ibuprofen), thyroid hormone (e.g., levothyroxine), anti-HIV drugs (e.g., zidovudine), asthma medication (e.g., theophylline), and blood thinners (e.g., warfarin).
Drug-Disease Interactions:
This medication should not be given to patients with diabetic ketoacidosis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), intestinal ulcers, partial intestinal obstructions, gastrointestinal obstructions, and chronic digestive or absorption issues.
What is Post-Prandial?
Post-Prandial: Refers to the period after eating a meal. In the context of diabetes, post-prandial hyperglycemia refers to high blood sugar levels following a meal.
FAQs
- Is Voglibose Good for Diabetes?
Voglibose improves post-prandial hyperglycemia and fasting blood sugar in patients who are not adequately controlled with diet and other oral hypoglycemic agents. - Which is Better: Voglibose or Metformin?
Voglibose combined with metformin has been found to be more effective in reducing HbA1c levels than metformin alone. - Is Voglibose Safe for the Liver?
While generally well-tolerated, up to 20% of patients may experience a rise in liver enzymes. Severe cholestasis has been reported in rare cases.
| Manufacturer | : | Cipla Pharma, India |
| Equivalent Brand | : | Voglib |
| Generic Search | : | Voglibose |
| Strength | : | 0.2 mg, 0.3mg |
