Vilget-M 50/500mg Tablets – 14 Count
Product Overview
Vilget-M 50/500mg is a combination oral antidiabetic medication that contains Vildagliptin 50mg and Metformin Hydrochloride 500mg. It is used to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, particularly when diet and exercise alone are not sufficient. This dual-action formula works by enhancing insulin secretion and reducing hepatic glucose production.
Each pack contains 14 tablets, ideal for short-term initiation or continuation of therapy under physician supervision.
Key Features
- Active Ingredients: Vildagliptin 50mg + Metformin HCl 500mg
- Pack Size: 14 tablets
- Form: Film-coated tablets
- Use: Oral antidiabetic agent for type 2 diabetes
- Dosing: As directed by a physician, usually once or twice daily with meals
Ingredients
- Vildagliptin 50mg – a DPP-4 inhibitor
- Metformin HCl 500mg – a biguanide antidiabetic
- Excipients: Microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, colorants (may vary)
Indications
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in adults
- For patients inadequately controlled with Metformin alone or those already on dual therapy
Benefits
- Improves fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels
- Dual mechanism of action targets multiple pathways in T2DM
- Low risk of hypoglycemia
- Convenient dosing and good gastrointestinal tolerability
How to Use
- Take with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects
- Swallow whole with water – do not crush or chew
- Follow dosage as prescribed by your healthcare provider
Precautions
- Not suitable for patients with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
- Use with caution in renal or hepatic impairment
- Monitor kidney function before and during treatment
- Inform your doctor if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications
Side Effects
- Common: Nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness
- Rare: Lactic acidosis (serious but rare with Metformin)
- Possible allergic reactions or liver enzyme changes
Storage
- Store below 30°C in a dry place
- Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children