Metffil VG2 Tablet

Introduction to Metffil VG2 Tablet

Metffil VG2 Tablet is a combination of Glimepiride, Metformin and Voglibose which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiabetic Agents. Metffil VG2 Tablet is used in adults to treat type 2 Diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and single agents/ second line therapy with two drugs are insufficient to adequately control blood sugar level.

Metffil VG2 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients allergic to glimepiride, metformin, Voglibose, and/or other sulfonylureas/sulphonamides. It is also not recommended for use in patients with acute conditions (such as dehydration, severe infection), severe ketosis (severe complication of diabetes), severe trauma, lung problems (such as acute/chronic respiratory failure), heart problems (such as acute/chronic cardiac failure, recent myocardial infarction), and/or severe kidney/liver problems.

Before taking Metffil VG2 Tablet, inform your doctor if you recently had trauma, and/or have febrile infections, fever, uncontrolled diabetes, hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), chronic intestinal disease, fever, other kidney/liver problems. Metffil VG2 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women since it may cause harm to the developing foetus/nursing child.

Metffil VG2 Tablet is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 75 years/above) after consulting the doctor. This medicine is manufactured by Fourrts India Laboratories.

Uses of Metffil VG2 Tablet

Treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise and single agents/ second line of therapy with two drugs are insufficient to adequately control blood sugar level

How Does Metffil VG2 Works?

Treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults when diet, exercise and single agents/ second line of therapy with two drugs are insufficient to adequately control blood sugar level

Dosages of Metffil

• Metffil Vg1 mg

Side Effects of Metffil VG2

Common Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite
• Metallic taste
• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Rare Side Effects

• Signs of hypersensitivity reaction (immune mediated allergic reaction) such as rash, itching
• Headache
• Anaemia, thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), leucopenia (low white blood cell count)

How To Manage Side Effects?

• Follow Prescribed Dosage
• Take with Food
• Stay Hydrated
• Monitor Blood Sugar
• Report Symptoms
• Address Gastrointestinal Issues
• Prevent Lactic Acidosis
• Regular Check-ups
• Drug Interactions

Warning & Precautions 

• Consultation
• Medical History
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
• Dosage
• Children and Elderly
• Driving and Operating Machinery
• Alcohol and Other Medications
• Hypoglycemia
• Allergic Reactions

Safety Advice

• Prescription Only: Metffil VG2 is a prescription medication and should only be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.
• Dosage Compliance: Follow the prescribed dosage and dosing schedule strictly. Do not alter the dose or stop the medication without consulting your doctor.
• Medical History: Before starting Metffil VG2, inform your doctor about any allergies, medical conditions, or ongoing treatments you may have.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as the use of Metffil VG2 during pregnancy may require careful evaluation. Avoid using this medication during breastfeeding unless specifically advised by your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Metffil VG2 Tablet used for?

Ans. Metffil VG2 Tablet is used in adults to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and single agents/ second line therapy with two drugs are insufficient to adequately control blood sugar level.

2. How Metffil VG2 Tablet works?

Ans. Metffil VG2 Tablet treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, where Glimepiride lowers blood glucose level by increasing the amount of insulin released by the pancreas, Metformin delays glucose absorption from intestines which results in low glucose production in liver thus increasing body’s response to restore insulin, and Voglibose prevents blood glucose level to raise high after meals by breaking down complex sugars into simple sugars (such as glucose) thus resulting in the control of blood glucose level due to type 2 diabetes mellitus in affected individuals.

3. What are the side-effects of Metffil VG2 Tablet?

Ans. The most common side-effects of Metffil VG2 Tablet are nausea and vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, metallic taste, and/or hypoglycemia(low blood sugar). Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsens.

4. How to take Metffil VG2 Tablet?

Ans. Take Metffil VG2 Tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.