Prescription Required.Why?
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
To improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who are not adequately controlled with diet and exercise alone
May be used in combination with other diabetes medications
Metformin is a biguanide that works by reducing glucose production by the liver and improving the body's sensitivity to insulin. Vildagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that increases the levels of incretin hormones, which stimulate insulin release and decrease glucagon secretion.
Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
The dosage is usually started low and gradually increased as needed
Taken by mouth with a meal, usually once or twice a day
Follow your doctor's instructions carefully
Do not stop taking this medication without talking to your doctor
Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
Skin rash
Headache
Joint pain
Alcohol may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, so it is important to limit alcohol intake while taking this medication
May cause dizziness or lightheadedness, so caution is advised while driving or operating machinery
This medication is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women
Not recommended for children
This medication can be harmful to the kidneys, so it is important to have regular kidney function tests
This medication can be harmful to the liver, so it is important to have regular liver function tests
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/type-2-diabetes/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20351199
https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/metformin-oral-route
https://www.drugs.com/metformin.html
https://www.drugs.com/vildagliptin.html
