Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet

Product Overview
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet is a combination medication used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus by helping to regulate elevated blood sugar levels after meals. It is prescribed when other similar treatments along with dietary restrictions have not sufficiently controlled high blood glucose.

This medication should be taken immediately after meals as directed by your healthcare provider. Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose based on your individual condition. It is important not to stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, as this could lead to increased blood sugar levels and serious health complications like kidney damage and vision problems. If you miss a dose, do not take it between meals; instead, wait until your next meal and take the dose then. Avoid doubling doses to compensate for a missed one. Volga R should be used as part of a comprehensive diabetes management plan that includes a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and weight management as advised by your doctor.

Common side effects include bloating, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), and skin rash. These side effects are typically temporary and tend to resolve on their own. If they persist or worsen, consult your healthcare provider. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is important while using this medication.

Before starting Volga R, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver issues, urinary infections, or if you are taking diuretics. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek medical advice prior to use. Limit alcohol consumption during treatment, as it may increase the likelihood of side effects.

Uses

• Management of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits
Volga R 0.5mg/0.2mg Tablet combines two active ingredients that help lower blood sugar levels by increasing glucose elimination through urine and slowing the breakdown of food into glucose in the intestines. This helps control post-meal blood sugar spikes. Maintaining proper blood sugar control is crucial for reducing the risk of serious diabetes complications such as kidney disease, eye problems, nerve damage, and limb loss. Additionally, this medication can lower the risk of death from cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes who have existing heart conditions. Using Volga R consistently with a healthy diet and exercise supports a normal, healthy lifestyle and protects long-term health.

Possible Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and improve as your body adjusts. Contact your doctor if symptoms continue or concern you. Common side effects include:

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)

• Abdominal pain

• Diarrhea

• Gas (flatulence)

• Headache

How to Use
Take Volga R exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with food; do not chew, crush, or break it.

Mechanism of Action
Volga R contains two antidiabetic agents that work together to help lower blood sugar levels effectively after meals.

Precautions

• Alcohol: Not safe to consume alcohol while taking this medication.

• Pregnancy: Use only under medical supervision; potential risks to the unborn baby have been observed in animal studies.

• Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor before use due to limited safety information.

• Driving: Be cautious, as blood sugar fluctuations may affect your ability to drive safely.

• Kidney: Use with caution in patients with severe kidney disease; dosage adjustments may be necessary.

• Liver: Use carefully in patients with liver conditions; dose modification might be required.

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s close to the time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and continue your usual schedule. Do not double the dose.