Galvus Met (50 mg/850 mg)TabletNovartis India Ltd Generic : Vildagliptin | ![]() |
Vildagliptin(Eucreas) generic Galvus Met (50 mg/850 mg) is an oral antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes mellitus along with other medications. It works by increasing the amount of two incretin hormones in the body that are produced naturally by the body in response to food intake.
More Info about Vildagliptin
• Most Common :
Low blood sugar level, tremor, headache, weight gain and fluid retention.
• Central Nervous System :
Dizziness, fatigue, and feeling weak.
PO- with metformin or a thiazolidinedione: 50 mg twice daily; with a sulfonylurea: 50 mg/day in the morning. Maximum: 100 mg/day.
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
Contraindicated in patients with type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, severe liver impairment, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe kidney disease.
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It may cause dizziness or fatigue, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
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Patient may develop with increased risk of foot ulcers and blistering of the skin; if it is so consult with your doctor.
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Monitor liver function and blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
Avoid excess dosage.
Store it at room temperature (25 to 30°C).
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