Vildagard M 500mg/50mg Tablet

Description

Vildagard M 500mg/50mg Tablet is a combination antidiabetic medicine used for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains:

• Metformin – a biguanide that decreases glucose production in the liver, improves insulin sensitivity, and helps the body utilize glucose more effectively.

• Vildagliptin – a DPP-4 inhibitor that enhances insulin secretion and suppresses glucagon release after meals, helping control blood sugar.

This combination works synergistically to provide better glycemic control, improve insulin action, and lower the risk of long-term diabetes complications.

Uses

• Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus

• Helps control fasting and postprandial (after meals) blood glucose levels

• Reduces the risk of diabetic complications such as kidney disease, neuropathy, retinopathy, and cardiovascular issues

• Recommended when metformin alone does not provide adequate blood sugar control

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, or diarrhea (mainly due to metformin)

• Headache or dizziness

• Metallic taste in mouth

• Fatigue or weakness

Serious but rare side effects:

• Lactic acidosis (rare but serious with metformin – symptoms: muscle pain, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, severe weakness)

• Pancreatitis (severe abdominal pain radiating to the back, nausea, vomiting – possible with vildagliptin)

• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, breathing problems)

• Abnormal liver function (yellowing of skin/eyes, dark urine)

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) – especially if combined with insulin or sulfonylureas

Precautions

• Not to be used in type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

• Use with caution in patients with kidney, liver, or heart conditions

• Should be taken with food to reduce stomach upset

• Avoid excessive alcohol intake – increases risk of lactic acidosis

• Regular monitoring of blood sugar, kidney function, and liver function is essential

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should take only if prescribed by a doctor

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and sunlight

• Keep in the original strip until use

• Keep out of reach of children