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Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

By AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
151.81*
MRP 156.50
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Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets Description

Volga R Tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine. It contains voglibose and repaglinide as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus along with a healthy diet and reg

ular exercise. Type 2 diabetes is a health condition in which your cells don’t respond normally to insulin. Insulin is a hormone that regulates how your body utilizes sugar. This leads to increased blood sugar which can further lead to serious health conditions. Volga R Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. While taking this medicine, it is essential to make certain lifestyle modifications such as consuming a healthy and balanced diet, staying active, quitting smoking and regularly checking your blood sugar. This may help to manage your diabetes and improve your health. Before initiating the treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from.

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Product Summary

Offer Price₹151.81
You Save₹4.69 (3% on MRP)
ContainsRepaglinide(1.0 Mg) + Voglibose(0.2 Mg)
UsesType 2 Diabetes mellitus
Side effectsNausea, vomiting, low blood sugar
TherapyANTI-DIABETIC
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uses

Uses of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Volga R Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus; when diet, exercise and voglibose or repaglinide alone are not able to control the blood sugar levels.
contraindications

Contraindications of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

  • If you are allergic to repaglinide or voglibose or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
  • If you have a liver disorder.
  • If you have metabolic acidosis (too much acid in the body fluids) like diabetic ketoacidosis or diabetic pre-coma.
  • If you have type 1 diabetes.
  • If you have or have a history of severe infection after surgery.
  • If you have any gastrointestinal disorders.
  • If you are already taking cholesterol-lowering medicine such as gemfibrozil.
sideEffects

Side effects of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

  • Drop in blood sugar level
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?
A:
Avoid Volga R Tablet during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Inform the doctor if you are planning a pregnancy, he might suggest other alternatives.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not safe to breastfeed during the treatment. It can harm the newborn baby. The doctor may either switch over to any other medicine or may ask you to stop breastfeeding.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
  • It does not directly affect the driving ability. But it may cause low blood sugar levels which lead to drowsiness or confusion. It can dangerous while driving.
  • So it is advised to always keep a juice or chocolate in the car while driving, in case you start feeling the symptoms of hypoglycemia, have the juice or chocolate.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?
A:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with this medicine. Consumption of alcohol together with this medicine may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have any kind of underlying medical condition such as heart disorder, ulcer of the large intestine, thyroid, kidney and liver disease etc.
  • You are already taking any other medications such as any other anti-diabetic medicines, painkillers or water pills etc.
  • You have a liver problem. It is not recommended for patients with severe liver disorders.
  • You have a kidney problem. Caution is advised while taking this medicine.
  • You are going to have any major surgery or recently had a severe infection.
  • You fall into age groups under 18 or over 75 years of age.
  • You suffer from weight gain (specific diet restrictions may be suggested).
  • Keep a regular check on blood sugar levels during the treatment.
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Mode of Action of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

How Does It Work?

  • Volga R Tablet works by the combined action of its two active ingredients.
  • Voglibose is an alpha-glucosidase inhibitor that works by inhibiting the intestinal enzymes and delays the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine. It ultimately stops the breakdown...
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  • Repaglinide increases the amount of insulin released by the pancreas by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin to your body and helps regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood.
  • Collectively, they prevent a rise in blood sugar levels after having meals.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

  • Volga R Tablet should be taken orally as directed by your doctor.
  • It should be taken with or after a meal, as suggested by the doctor.
  • It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
interactions

Interactions of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

  • Volga R Tablet may interact with other medicines if taken at the same time. Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, which includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medi...
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  • You may suffer from symptoms of low blood sugar if you are taking other anti-diabetic medicines like Insulin, anti-hypertensive medicines like captopril, steroids, antiplatelet medication like clopido...
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  • Avoid taking cholesterol-lowering medicines like gemfibrozil and immunosuppressants like ciclosporin, along with Volga R Tablet.
  • Other medicines that should be used with caution and require close monitoring of blood glucose are trimethoprim (antibiotic for the bladder infection), anti-tuberculosis medicine like rifampicin, immu...
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storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

  • Store at room temperature in a dry place.
  • Protect it from direct sunlight and moisture.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Volga R 0.2/1mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Overdose

  • An overdose of this medicine may cause hypoglycaemia (excessively low blood sugar) and may present with dizziness, tremors, sweating, headache, tremor etc.
  • If you experience these symptoms, take glucose or juice or sugar-containing products (sugar candy) and contact the doctor or visit the nearest hospital as you may require close monitoring for the next...
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Missed a Dose

  • A missed dose may lead to high blood sugar levels, which include symptoms like feeling thirsty, excessive urination, loss of appetite, dry mouth, the fruity smell of breath, etc.
  • If you have missed taking a dose of the Volga R Tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
  • If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule.
  • Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Nancy Dixit

B. Pharm, M. Pharm

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: How to take Volga R Tablet?

  • Volga R Tablet should be taken with a glass of water immediately before or up to 30 minutes before each main meal or as advised by the doctor
  • Avoid skipping meals as well as medicine.

Q: What is the composition of Volga R Tablet?

A: Volga R Tablet composition consists of a combination of voglibose and repaglinide as its active ingredient. It belongs to an anti-diabetic class of medicines.

Q: What are the uses of Volga R Tablet?

A: Volga R Tablet use is to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus; when diet, exercise and voglibose or repaglinide alone are not able to control the blood sugar levels.

Q: What is the dose of Volga R Tablet?

A: The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending on the underlying condition and the patient's response to the treatment. Do not take it endlessly on your own without consulting a doctor.
Product Details
Brand
VOLGA
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
30/01/2026
Last Updated on: 22 Jun 2022 | 08:56 PM (IST)

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