Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Starvog M Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It contains a combination of voglibose and metformin as active substances. Starvog M Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in ad
ults along with diet and exercise. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Starvog M Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
Product Summary
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Contains | Voglibose(0.2 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Starvog M Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults along with diet and exercise.
Contraindications of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to metformin or voglibose or any of the ingredients of Starvog M Tablet.
- If you have kidney problems.
- If you have metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis, with or without coma.
- If you have a severe infection, before and after an operation or have serious trauma.
- If you have a gastrointestinal blockage or are at risk of it.
Side effects of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Flatulence (gas)
Precautions and Warnings of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Starvog M Tablet during pregnancy and hence should not be used in pregnant women. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
Starvog M Tablet passes into human breast milk. It is recommended that breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with this medicine.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
Starvog M Tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
Alcohol is known to increase the effect of Starvog M Tablet. Therefore, alcohol intake should be avoided while taking this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are exposed to any kind of stress such as fever, trauma, infection or surgery as it can cause temporary loss of blood sugar control.
- You are suffering from any kind of heart condition like heart failure or stroke.
- You are an elderly, debilitated or malnourished person.
- You experience muscle pain, stomach pain, vomiting, breathing difficulty and low body temperature. This could be a serious condition known as lactic acidosis.
- You have adrenal or pituitary insufficiency or alcohol intoxication.
- You have low levels of vitamin B12 or inadequate calcium intake or absorption.
Mode of Action of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Starvog M Tablet contains a combination of voglibose and metformin as active substances.
- Metformin decreases the production of glucose and also reduces its absorption in the body.
- Voglibose reduces the rate of digestion of complex carbohydrates. Less glucose is absorbed because the carbohydrates are not broken down into sugar molecules. This thereby prevents a spike in blood sugar levels that occur after a meal....
Directions for Use of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Take Starvog M Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Interactions of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Starvog M Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Particular care should be taken when using Starvog M Tablet with medicines that can cause lactic acidosis (excessive acid accumulation) like medicines used to treat ulcers (cimetidine), fluid accumulation (amiloride), heart failure (digoxin), pain (morphine), irregular/abnormal heart rhythm (procainamide, quinidine), malaria (quinine), bacterial infections (trimethoprim)....
- Caution should be exercised if you are taking medicines used to treat oedema (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), heart-related chest pain (nifedipine), endometriosis (danazol) and pain/fever/inflammation (salicylates)....
- Medicines that may increase the anti-diabetic activity of Starvog M Tablet are medicines used to lower blood pressure (captopril, atenolol), other antidiabetic medicines (insulin, acarbose), medicines used to treat Parkinson's disease (selegiline), bacterial/ fungal infections (sulphonamides) and fever/pain (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like ibuprofen)....
- Medicines that may cause high blood sugar levels when used together with {[cb}} Tablet are medicines used to treat inflammation (corticosteroids), mental disorders (phenothiazines), thyroid disorders (thyroid products), hormone replacement therapy (estrogens), fits/seizures (phenytoin), niacin deficiency/pellagra (nicotinic acid), tuberculosis (isoniazid), infections (quinolones) and oral contraceptives....
Storage and disposal of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Store Starvog M Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Starvog M 0.2mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Starvog M Tablet include low blood sugar levels, diarrhoea and abdominal discomfort. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
You should never miss your dose of anti-diabetic medicines as it may lead to fluctuations in your blood sugar levels. If you missed any dose of Starvog M Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Starvog M Tablet used for?
A: Starvog M Tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults along with diet and exercise.
Q: How to take Starvog M Tablet?
- Take Starvog M Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
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