Vildatone 50 Tablet

Composition of Vildatone 50 Tablet

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

Uses of Vildatone 50 Tablet

• Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to improve blood sugar control)
• used alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines along with diet and exercise

Key benefits

• Helps lower HbA1c
• Improves post-meal and fasting glucose control
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used alone
• Weight-neutral option
• Supports long-term diabetes control with diet and exercise

How Vildatone 50 Tablet works

Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor. It increases levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP), which enhances glucose-dependent insulin release and reduces glucagon secretion, thereby lowering blood glucose.

How to take Vildatone 50 Tablet

Take orally as prescribed by the doctor, usually once or twice daily. Can be taken with or without food; take at the same time each day and swallow the tablet with water.

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 Vildatone 50mg 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

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 Vildatone 50 Tablet

Most side effects of Vildatone are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• dizziness
• nausea
• constipation
• abdominal pain
• tremor
• weakness
• low blood sugar (especially with insulin/sulfonylureas)

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 Vildatone 50 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Use with caution in kidney or liver impairment; liver function tests may be monitored. Stop and seek medical help if symptoms of pancreatitis occur (severe abdominal pain), allergic reactions, or skin blistering/peeling. Risk of hypoglycaemia increases when used with insulin or sulfonylureas. Use cautiously in elderly and follow diet/exercise advice.

Do not take Vildatone 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, sulfonylureas (e.g., glimepiride) may increase hypoglycaemia risk; ACE inhibitors may increase risk of angioedema; caution with other drugs affecting glucose control (e.g., corticosteroids, thiazide diuretics)

How to store Vildatone 50 Tablet

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

Expert advice for Vildatone 50 Tablet

Vildatone 50mg 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 Vildatone 50mg 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:

MOREPEN RX LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin)

Chemical class:

Alpha amino acid amides