Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Composition of Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Jalra M 50/500 Tablet contains Vildagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

• controls blood sugar
• prevents complications
• easy to take

Key benefits

• In Type 2 diabetes mellitus Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition where the body does not use insulin properly
• leading to high blood sugar levels. JALra 50mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar by increasing the release of insulin and reducing the amount of sugar produced by the liver. It works in response to food intake
• helping to control blood sugar levels more effectively throughout the day. This helps in reducing the risk of diabetes-related complications and improves overall blood sugar management.

How Jalra M 50/500 Tablet works

Decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity; acts in liver and gut.

How to take Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Take with food, follow doctor's instructions, do not crush or chew

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of JALra 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may cause low blood sugar, particularly if you also take other diabetes medicines. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Most side effects of Jalra M 50/500 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• GI upset (nausea
• diarrhea); rare risk of lactic acidosis.

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Inform clinician about kidney problems; withhold around iodinated contrast when advised.

Do not take Jalra M 50/500 if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis.

Interactions with other medicines

Low blood sugar is more likely when this is combined with a sulfonylurea or insulin; your doctor may lower that dose.

How to store Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

Store below 25°C; protect from moisture.

Expert advice for Jalra M 50/500 Tablet

JALra 50mg Tablet should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how JALra 50mg Tablet affects you. Your doctor may check your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, fatigue, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

USV Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic (Dpp-4 Inhibitor + Biguanide)

Drug class:

DPP-4 inhibitor

Chemical class:

Alpha amino acid amides