Vildanex 100 Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Lloyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Vildagliptin (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vildanex 100 Tablet SR 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 SR
Introduction
Vildanex 100 Tablet SR 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. You should take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Do not stop taking the medicine unless advised by your doctor. It is important to stay on the diet and exercise program recommended by your doctor while taking this medicine. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
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. Vildanex 100 Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Vildanex 100 Tablet SR 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
Vildanex 100 Tablet SR should be taken at the same time every day since this helps you remember to take it. It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety. Be careful while driving or operating machinery until you know how Vildanex 100 Tablet SR affects you. Your doctor may check your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as abdominal pain, fatigue, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
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Frequently asked questions
When should I take Vildanex 100 Tablet SR?
You can take Vildanex 100 Tablet SR tablets before, with or after meals. If you have been prescribed to take this medicine once daily, then take it in the morning. In case you have to take it twice daily, then you should prefer taking the first dose in the morning and the second dose in the evening.
Does Vildanex 100 Tablet SR cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, Vildanex 100 Tablet SR may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). However, this is a relatively rare occurrence compared to other antidiabetic drugs. While the risk of hypoglycemia is slightly higher in those who are prone to it, including elderly patients or those on insulin treatment, the chances remain low. It's important to note that taking Vildanex 100 Tablet SR along with other antidiabetic drugs may increase the likelihood of hypoglycemia.
Does Vildanex 100 Tablet SR cause weight gain?
No, Vildanex 100 Tablet SR does not cause weight gain. In fact, these types of medications are generally intended to decrease weight as they enhance satiety (feeling of fullness) and delay stomach emptying, leading to reduced hunger and fewer unnecessary calorie intake.
Is Vildanex 100 Tablet SR the same as sitagliptin?
No, Vildanex 100 Tablet SR is not the same as Sitagliptin. However, both drugs belong to the same class of medications and have a similar mechanism for lowering blood glucose levels.
