Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets Uses
Vildagliptin 50mg tablet belongs to the group of antidiabetic medications called DPP-4 inhibitors. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes, particularly in patients whose blood glucose levels are not controlled through diet and exercise. It can be used on its own or in conjunction with other medicines. Type 2 diabetes is a long-term chronic disease that affects how the body metabolizes glucose. Type 2 diabetes can be dangerous if it is not controlled and can cause several health issues. People who have Type 2 diabetes either don’t make enough insulin or their bodies are resistant to insulin. Insulin is a hormone that works by regulating the amount of sugar in the cells; the cells then respond to the insulin and consume less sugar. In type 2 diabetes condition the body stops or reduces the production of insulin, and this increases the consumption of sugar by the cells, resulting in high blood sugar levels. Most people with type 2 diabetes are middle-aged or older. Vildagliptin works by blocking the breakdown of a hormone called ‘incretin’ and increasing its production. This hormone is released immediately after a meal to help the pancreas produce insulin. Incretin increases the production of insulin, resulting in enough amount of insulin in the blood and proper control of blood sugar levels.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have any allergies or if you have ever had any in the past. Vildagliptin can cause allergic reactions. Consult your doctor before starting to use Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets.
- Do not use more than the prescribed quantity of Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets this can create chances of adverse side effects. Follow the directions given by the doctor properly.
- Caution: Vildagliptin 50 mg tablet medication is not recommended for use by children under the age of 18.
- Tell your doctor about your proper medical history, especially about Liver and kidney disease.
- Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets are not recommended for breastfeeding mothers or pregnant women without consultation. Also, tell your doctor before starting to use Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets if you are planning to become a mother.
- Do not drive or operate heavy vehicles or types of machinery. Vildagliptin can cause low sugar levels called hypoglycemia, which can make you feel dizzy and affect your ability to focus. Consult your doctor if you notice hypoglycemia.
Side Effects
Your doctor or pharmacist will prescribe 50 mg of vildagliptin as a treatment for high blood sugar when the benefits of the treatment outweigh the risk of adverse reactions. Some common side effects may occur and go away on their own. If any of these side effects persist for an extended time, tell your doctor right away.
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Weight gain
- Common cold
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Blurred vision
Serious or adverse side effects are rare and uncommon; most people who have treatments with Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets do not notice any kind of severe side effects. If you notice any serious side effects, then tell your doctor as soon as possible. Uncommon side effects are such as –
- Allergic Reaction
- Respiratory infections
- Frequent urination
- Increased hunger
- Slow-healing-healingg sores.
- Low glucose level in the blood (hypoglycemia)
Directions to Use
- Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets are only available on prescription. Strictly use this medication as directed by your medical healthcare expert, and follow a proper diet and exercise schedule for best results.
- The dosage and duration are based on your health condition. Do not use more than the prescribed amount. Follow the proper instructions given by your doctor, and continue according to the schedule for the best possible results.
- Swallow Vildagliptin 50 mg Tablets with a whole glass of water; do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Consume this medication with your first meal at the same time every day.
- Do not start or stop using this medication on your own. Starting without consultation can cause side effects; therefore, stopping can cause an uncontrollable high blood sugar level, which can be dangerous.
