Vildatin 50mg Tablet

Vildatin 50mg Tablet is an antidiabetic drug belonging to the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors, containing the active ingredient Vildagliptin. This medication is indicated in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a condition characterised by elevated blood glucose levels in the body, occurring when body cells become resistant to the effect of insulin. As a result of this insulin resistance, blood glucose levels in the body increase. In type 2 diabetes, the body either does not produce sufficient insulin, or the insulin produced is not utilised effectively. It is otherwise known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, and since it typically occurs past middle age, it is also widely referred to as mature onset diabetes. If you suspect an allergy to the drug or its components, avoid taking the medicine. This drug is not recommended in individuals with diabetic ketoacidosis, a serious complication of diabetes caused by high blood glucose and the presence of ketones in the blood. Do not use if you are taking an anti-diabetic medicine known as sulphonylurea, if you are on dialysis due to kidney problems or liver disease, or if you have had heart failure or a history of pancreatic disease. Your doctor may need to adjust the drug dose when taking Vildatin 50mg Tablet together with other medications to prevent low blood glucose (hypoglycemia). This drug should not be used during pregnancy unless specifically advised by your physician. Notify your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning for pregnancy. It is not known whether Vildatin 50mg Tablet passes into breast milk. You should not use this drug if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. This medication is not to be taken by children and adolescents under 18 years of age. This recommendation is based on limited safety and efficacy data in this age group.

Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus

Vildatin 50mg Tablet works by inhibiting the enzyme DPP-4. This enzyme breaks down incretin hormones, which are responsible for increasing insulin release and decreasing glucagon secretion. By inhibiting DPP-4, this drug prolongs the action of incretin hormones, leading to better blood sugar control.

Take the Vildatin 50mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Angioedema Liver disease (hepatitis) Inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) Common Itchy rash Trembling Headache Dizziness Muscle pain Joint pain Constipation Excessive sweating Vomiting Diarrhoea Heartburn Nausea (feeling sick) Blurred vision.

Vildatin 50mg Tablet is most effective when combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise. Work closely with your physician and a registered dietitian to develop a diabetes management plan that includes lifestyle modifications. Regularly monitor your blood sugar levels as advised by your doctor. This will help you and your physician assess the effectiveness of the medication and make any necessary adjustments.