Shop
Description
Galvus Met 50/1000mg Tablet is a combination medication used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
What it is:
– A tablet containing two active ingredients: Vildagliptin 50 mg and Metformin 1000 mg.
Primary Medical Uses:
– Used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes, especially when diet and exercise alone are not enough.
Drug Class or Type:
– Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor (dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor).
– Metformin is a biguanide class antidiabetic agent.
General Mechanism of Action:
– Vildagliptin works by increasing the levels of incretin hormones, which help regulate blood glucose by increasing insulin release after meals and decreasing the amount of sugar produced by the liver.
– Metformin lowers blood glucose by reducing glucose production in the liver, improving insulin sensitivity, and enhancing glucose uptake by muscles.
Common Forms:
– Oral tablet.
Dosage Instructions:
– The typical dose is one tablet taken orally twice daily with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects.
– Dosage may be adjusted based on glycemic control and tolerance.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort.
– May also cause dizziness, headache, or skin rash.
– Contraindicated in patients with kidney impairment, liver disease, metabolic acidosis, or hypersensitivity to components.
– Use with caution in patients with heart disease or risk of lactic acidosis.
– Potential drug interactions with other antidiabetic agents, diuretics, corticosteroids, and others.
Galvus Met 50/1000mg Tablet is prescribed to manage blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes under medical supervision.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.