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Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Vildagliptin
- Manufactured by : Atco Laboratories Ltd
- Drug Strength : 50 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 28s
- Product SKU : pu_pg_24010_33269
Viglip tablet contains Vildagliptin | belongs to Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor
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How it works
Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s binds covalently to the catalytic site of DPP-4, eliciting prolonged enzyme inhibition. This raises intact GLP-1 levels, both after meal ingestion and in the fasting state.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s
- Headache
- Dizziness severe
- Weakness
- Constipation
- Sore throat rare
- Excessive sweating
- Heartburn
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
Uses of Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Type II Diabetes Mellitus
This medicine reduces blood glucose levels in patients with type II diabetes mellitus.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
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Type I Diabetes mellitus
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus since it is not effective in treating this condition.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of diabetic ketoacidosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Hepatic impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of hepatic impairment due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
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Insulin secretagogues
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are using insulin secretagogues due to the increased risk of hypoglycemia. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Bullous pemphigoid
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of bullous pemphigoid, a hypersensitivity reaction of the skin. Any unusual symptoms such as skin blisters or skin rashes should be reported to the doctor on priority. Therapy with the medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Arthralgia
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of severe arthralgia due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
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Pediatric Use
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Aripiprazole moderate
- Clozapine moderate
- Dexamethasone moderate
- Dopamine moderate
- Acetazolamide moderate
- Gatifloxacin severe
- Bexarotene severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of pancreatitis due to the increased risk of recurrent pancreatitis. Report any symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, etc. to the doctor immediately. Therapy with the medicine may be discontinued based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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severe
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with cardiac failure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustment or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
General Instructions
Take Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s exactly as instructed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- wikipedia.org - Vildagliptin [Internet]. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vildagliptin [cited 7/7/2020]. 2020
- pubmed.ncbi - Vildagliptin [Internet]. Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21507182/#:~:text=Vildagliptin%20binds%20covalently%20to%20the,in%20a%20glucose%2Ddependent%20manner. [cited 7/7/2020].
what are the adverse effects of Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s?
Bullous and exfoliative skin lesions. Monotherapy: Dizzines. With metformin: Tremor, headache, dizziness, nausea, hypoglycaemia. With a sulfonylurea: Tremor, headache, dizziness, asthaenia, hypoglycaemia. With a glitazone: Wt gain, peripheral oedema. With insulin: Headache, hypoglycaemia, chills, GI upset.
What happens if I miss a dose of Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s?
Adults: In combination with metformin or pioglitazone, 50 mg twice daily; in combination with a sulfonylurea, 50 mg daily in the morning. Children: Not recommended.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Viglip tablet 50 mg 28’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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