Intaglip Tablet (Vildagliptin 50mg)

Intaglip Tablet

Intaglip Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine. Intaglip Tablet is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.. It contains vildagliptin as its active medicine. It works by inhibiting specific enzymes that degrade substances known as incretins. Incretins are hormones produced by the small intestine to control the level of blood glucose levels. Individuals with high blood sugar or diabetes are at risk of getting health complications like eye, kidney and nerve problems, heart diseases and stroke if not controlled well. It is advisable along with taking the diabetes medications as prescribed by the doctor you must make certain lifestyle modifications. Regular exercise, following a low carb diet, avoid smoking, limit alcohol consumption and maintain a healthy weight. You must check your blood sugar levels.

Uses of Intaglip 50 MG

For management of type 2 diabetes mellitus

Contraindications of Intaglip 50 MG

If you are allergic to vildagliptin or any of the ingredient of Intaglip Tablet

Side effects of Intaglip 50 MG

Nausea
Tiredness,
Dizziness
Headache
Low blood sugar levels

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have a liver and kidney function problems or if you are on dialysis
You have heart problems like irregular heart rhythm and heart failure as it may increase the symptoms further
You have known history of pancreatitis or develop sudden pain in the stomach or back, immediately stop the medicine and report to the hospital
You may find increased liver enzymes in blood test reports
It should not be used for patients having Type 1 Diabetes (your body does not produce insulin)
You are taking any other medicines for diabetes like Glyburide (sulphonylurea) along with this medicine, you may experience a sudden fall in blood glucose level. The doctor might need to reduce the dosage to reduce this risk.
You experience skin problems

Mode of Action of Intaglip 50 MG

How Does It Work?
Intaglip Tablet works by inhibiting enzymes that degrade chemical substances known as incretins. Incretins play an important role to control the blood glucose levels. Thus the levels of incretin are maintained, thereby lowering the blood glucose.

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Directions for Use of Intaglip 50 MG

Intaglip Tablet should be taken as a whole with a sufficient amount of water with or after food
Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to. Never stop the medicine on your own

Interactions of Intaglip 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines can affect the way Intaglip Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Concomitant use of Intaglip Tablet with medicines such as water pills, corticosteroids, thyroxine and medicines which affect the brain functions or central nervous system can reduce the effect of Intaglip Tablet
There may be a risk of swelling on face, lips, tongue on concomitant use of captopril, enalapril, fosinopril used to treat high blood pressure

Storage and disposal of Intaglip 50 MG

Store Intaglip Tablet below 25°C protected from moisture, sunlight and heat
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children

Dosage of Intaglip 50 MG

Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Intaglip Tablet may include prickling sensation, fever, swelling etc. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Intaglip Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.