Vildaphage Tablet
Manufacturer
Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Vildagliptin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vildaphage 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
Vildaphage 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. Vildaphage Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Vildaphage 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 Vildaphage Tablet at the same time every day Always 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 Vildaphage 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
What is the recommended dosing schedule for Vildaphage Tablet?
You can take Vildaphage Tablet at any time of day - before, with, or after meals. If you are prescribed to take this medicine once daily, it's best to take it in the morning. For twice-daily doses, consider taking the first dose in the morning and the second dose in the evening.
Can Vildaphage Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?
Yes, Vildaphage Tablet may lead to hypoglycemia, but this is a rare occurrence. Treatment with Vildaphage Tablet has been associated with very low instances of hypoglycemia, even in individuals who are at higher risk, such as the elderly or those taking insulin. However, the likelihood of hypoglycemia increases when Vildaphage Tablet is taken alongside other antidiabetic medications.
Will Vildaphage Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Vildaphage Tablet does not contribute to weight gain. Instead, it typically leads to a decrease in weight due to increased satiety and delayed stomach emptying, which reduces hunger and helps individuals eat only what they need.
Is Vildaphage Tablet the same as sitagliptin?
No, Vildaphage Tablet is not identical to sitagliptin. However, both drugs belong to the same class of medications and work in a similar manner by reducing blood glucose levels.
