Vildagliptin SR 100mg Tablet

Vildagliptin SR 100mg Tablet is a medicine which is used to manage the Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. The SR means Sustained Release which means a tablet releases the medicine slowly in the body. This medicine gives long-lasting control on the blood sugar levels. The doctors usually prescribe this medicine when the patient is not able to control the diabetes with the diet and exercise. This medicine should be taken with the prescription of the doctor.

How it Works?

Vildagliptin belongs to a group of medicines which is called DPP-4 inhibitors. This medicine is the SR (sustained release) version. The medicine works slowly and steadily which keeps the sugar levels controlled throughout the day with the one daily dose for the patients. It works by:

It helps to incrase the release of insulin after meals.

It also helps to reduce the extra sugar.

Benefits of Vildagliptin SR 100mg Tablet

• It helps to control the blood sugar levels for long time due to sustained release.
• The medicine helps to reduce both fasting sugar and after meal sugar.
• It protects the pancreas by supporting insulin relase.
• This medicine has low risk of hypoglycemia (low sugar) as compaerd to some of the other medicines.
• Weight neutral is usually does not cause weight gain.
• You can take this medicine with other diabetes medicines for a better results.

How to Use This Medicine?

1. Take one tablet daily or take it as per the advise of the doctor.
2. Do not crust or chew the tablet as it is sustained-release tablet.
3. You can take the medicine with ir without food.
4. Take the medicine at the same time each day if you want a best result form the medicine.
5. Always follow a healthy diet, exercise routine, and sugar monitoring while on this medicine.

Possible Side Effects

Most of the people tolreate this medicine well, but some of the people may face issues with the medicine. Here are some of the common side effects:

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Stomach upset
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Tiredness

Safety Tips To Consider While Taking Vildagliptin SR 100mg Tablet

1. Do not take this medicine if you have Type 1 Diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
2. Take the medicine with caution if you have liver or kidney problems.
3. Do not take the medicine if you are breastfeeding or pregnant without the prescription of a doctor.
4. Make sure to do regular check-ups for the blood sugar level if you are taking this medicine.
5. You have to do a regular check-up for liver function.