Intaglip Tablet
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Vildagliptin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Intaglip Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Intaglip Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines do not prove sufficient to control your blood sugar level. It may prescribe alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels. Use it strictly as advised by your doctor.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it..Intaglip Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) Tremor Headache Dizziness Fatigue Nausea
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Intaglip Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Intaglip Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Intaglip Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Amiloride Beclometasone Betamethasone Chlorthalidone
How it works
Intaglip Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.
Quick Tips
Take Intaglip Tablet at the same time every day to remember to take it. Carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Intaglip Tablet affects you. Your doctor may check your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
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Frequently asked questions
When should I take Intaglip Tablet?
Intaglip Tablet can be taken before, with, or after meals. If you are prescribed to take it once daily, please take it in the morning. If you need to take it twice daily, prioritize taking the first dose in the morning and the second dose in the evening.
Does Intaglip Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Intaglip Tablet may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), but this risk is less than with some other antidiabetic drugs. While rare, the chance of experiencing hypoglycemia increases if taken alongside other diabetes medications.
Does Intaglip Tablet cause weight gain?
Intaglip Tablet does not cause weight gain. These medications are generally thought to help with weight loss by increasing feelings of satiety (feeling full) and delaying the emptying of the stomach, reducing hunger and encouraging a lower calorie intake.
Is Intaglip Tablet the same as sitagliptin?
Intaglip Tablet is not the same as Sitagliptin but both belong to the same class of drugs. Additionally, these two medications work similarly by decreasing blood glucose levels.
