Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Composition of Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet contains Vildagliptin (50mg).

Uses of Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

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. Valdiff 50 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 Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet works

Valdiff 50 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.

How to take Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Valdiff 50 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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 Valdiff 50 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

Taking more Valdiff -D 100/5 mg than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Valdiff -D 100/5 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Valdiff -D 100/5 mg. Some combinations can change how Valdiff -D 100/5 mg works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Store Valdiff -D 100/5 mg below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Valdiff -D 100/5 mg Tablet

Valdiff 50 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 Valdiff 50 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:

IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

Therapeutic class:

ANTI DIABETIC

Chemical class:

Alpha amino acid amides