Vildapride M 50/500 Tablet

Composition

Metformin (500mg) + Vildagliptin (50mg)

Uses of Vildapride M 50/500 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults to improve blood glucose control when diet and exercise alone are not enough; used when dual therapy with metformin and a DPP-4 inhibitor is appropriate.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood sugar
• •Improves HbA1c control
• •Low risk of hypoglycemia when used without insulin/sulfonylurea
• •Weight-neutral glycemic control
• •Improves insulin sensitivity

How it works

Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases incretin hormones (GLP-1, GIP), leading to glucose-dependent increase in insulin release and reduced glucagon. Metformin decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity, lowering fasting and post-meal glucose.

Directions for use

Tablet for oral use. Take as prescribed, usually with meals to reduce stomach upset. Swallow whole with water; do not crush/chew. Take at the same time daily and continue diet/exercise plan.

Side effects

Common side effects of Vildapride M 50/500 Tablet may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhea
• •abdominal pain
• •loss of appetite