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Vilcretin 50 mg
Vildagliptin
Vilcretin 50 mg is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹123
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Key details
Salt: Vildagliptin
Available variants: 50 mg 15`S
Best price: ₹123
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ICON PHARMA
Ordering notes
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Composition of Vilcretin 50 mg
Vilcretin 50 mg contains Vildagliptin. It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Vilcretin 50 mg
This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Key benefits
- Weight neutral
- Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
- Usually taken once a day
How Vilcretin 50 mg works
Vildagliptin lowers blood sugar by protecting the natural gut hormones that tell your pancreas to release insulin after a meal, so the effect is strongest when your sugar is highest.
How to take Vilcretin 50 mg
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
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 Vilcretin 50 mg
Most side effects of Vilcretin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Blocked or runny nose
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
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 Vilcretin 50 mg
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Stop and see a doctor urgently if you get severe, persistent abdominal pain that spreads to your back, with or without vomiting. Tell your doctor if you develop severe or disabling joint pain. Blisters or peeling of the skin should be reported promptly.
Do not take Vilcretin 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 Vilcretin 50 mg
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Vilcretin 50 mg
It can be taken with or without food, at the same time each day. Keep up your diet and activity — this medicine supports them.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ICON PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class:
- DPP-4 inhibitor
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Vilcretin 50 mg FAQs
What is Vilcretin 50 mg used for?
Vilcretin 50 mg is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Vilcretin 50 mg?
Vilcretin 50 mg contains Vildagliptin. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Vilcretin 50 mg?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Vilcretin 50 mg work?
Vildagliptin lowers blood sugar by protecting the natural gut hormones that tell your pancreas to release insulin after a meal, so the effect is strongest when your sugar is highest.
Is Vilcretin 50 mg a prescription medicine?
Yes. Vilcretin 50 mg is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Vilcretin 50 mg?
The side effects reported most often with Vilcretin are Headache, Sore throat, Blocked or runny nose, Nausea, Stomach pain. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Vilcretin 50 mg be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Vilcretin.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Vilcretin 50 mg?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Vilcretin 50 mg?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Vilcretin 50 mg habit forming?
No. Vilcretin 50 mg is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Vilcretin 50 mg cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Vilcretin 50 mg starts at ₹123 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in 50 mg 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Vilcretin 50 mg?
Vilcretin 50 mg is manufactured by ICON PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Vilcretin 50 mg delivered?
Vilcretin 50 mg is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Vilcretin 50 mg, Quick facts
- Salt
- Vildagliptin
- Best price
- ₹123
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- ICON PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- ICON PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-diabetic
- Drug class
- DPP-4 inhibitor
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- 50 mg 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Vilcretin 50 mg is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Vilcretin 50 mg.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.