Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Composition of Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Vildafree-50 mg Tablet contains Vildagliptin (50mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin) class of medicines.

Uses of Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control (alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines) along with diet and exercise.

Key benefits

• Lowers blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
• Improves post-meal and fasting sugar control
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
• Supports better HbA1c control
• Can be combined with other antidiabetic agents

How Vildafree-50 mg Tablet works

Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP). This increases glucose-dependent insulin release and reduces glucagon secretion, thereby lowering blood sugar with a low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone.

How to take Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Take as prescribed by the doctor. Usually taken orally with or without food, at the same time each day. Swallow the tablet with water; do not skip meals and continue diet/exercise plan.

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 Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Vildafree-50 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• dizziness
• nausea
• diarrhoea
• constipation
• abdominal pain
• upper respiratory tract infection
• back pain
• peripheral oedema

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 Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Use with caution in kidney impairment (dose adjustment may be needed); monitor renal function. Risk of pancreatitis—stop and seek medical help if severe persistent abdominal pain occurs. Liver enzyme elevations/hepatitis have been reported—check liver function before treatment and periodically; discontinue if jaundice or significant transaminase rise. Severe joint pain and serious skin reactions (e.g., blisters) are rare but possible. Hypoglycaemia risk increases when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas.

Do not take Vildafree-50 mg 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

Insulin and sulfonylureas (increased hypoglycaemia risk),ACE inhibitors (may increase risk of angioedema),other antidiabetic medicines (additive glucose-lowering).

How to store Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Vildafree-50 mg Tablet

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:

RISEMARKER PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin)