Vildaray SR 50 Tab

Composition

Vildagliptin (50mg)

Uses of Vildaray SR 50 Tab

Type 2 diabetes mellitus: to improve glycaemic control as an adjunct to diet and exercise, alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed.

• •Lowers fasting and post-meal blood glucose
• •Helps improve HbA1c when combined with diet/exercise
• •Low hypoglycaemia risk when used without insulin/sulfonylurea
• •Weight-neutral option for many patients

How it works

Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases incretin hormones (GLP-1, GIP). This enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion and reduces glucagon release, lowering blood glucose with a low risk of hypoglycaemia when used without insulin/sulfonylureas.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, preferably at the same time each day; swallow whole with water (do not crush/chew, as it is SR). Can be taken with or without food unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Side effects

Common side effects of Vildaray SR 50 Tab may include:

• •Headache
• •dizziness
• •nausea
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal discomfort
• •upper respiratory tract infection