Antidiabetic Agents
Tablet
Vilna 50mg Tablet
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How it works
- Vildagliptin is an antidiabetic agent, works by increasing the amount of two incretin hormones in the body that are normally produced naturally by the body in response to food intake
- It increases insulin sensitivity, decreases glucagon secretion and improves ß-cell function
- It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus along with other medications
When to Use
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Composition
Vildagliptin - 50MG
Common Side Effects
- Hypoglycaemia, delayed gastric emptying, nausea and vomiting
- Flu-like symptoms, headache and dizziness may occur