Vilnip M 500 Tablet (Metformin 500mg / Vildagliptin 50mg)

Medical Description

Vilnip M tablet is an anti-diabetic medicine, containing vildagliptin and metformin as an active ingredient. Vilnip M is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when diet, exercise and vildagliptin or metformin alone are not effective. This medicine helps to lower the raised blood sugar levels. Avoid using the medicine if you are allergic to it or are a type 1 diabetes patient. Take the medicine in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Avoid missing a dose or consume it more than that prescribed. Vilnip M tablet should not be used by children below 18 years of age. Abrupt stopping of this medicine can result in increased blood sugar levels and complications such as harm to legs, eye sight, kidney and increase risk of infection. Thus, maintaining a healthy lifestyle by including exercise as well as dietary changes along with this medicine can be helpful in controlling your blood sugar levels.

Uses of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

Vilnip M tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus when vildagliptin or metformin alone, along with diet and exercise, are ineffective in controlling blood sugar.

Contraindications of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

If you are allergic to vildagliptin or metformin or other ingredients of Vilnip M tablet.
If you have uncontrolled diabetes along with nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, rapid weight loss, lactic acidosis (symptoms include stomach pain, fast or rapid breathing, sleepiness).
If you are in a diabetic coma due to a sudden rise or drop in blood sugar level.
If you are an alcoholic or consume alcohol in excess regularly.
If you have a pre-existing medical condition like kidney or liver disorder, heart disease, type 1 diabetes, etc.
If you have infection or dehydration.
If you are undergoing surgery or stress.
If you are breastfeeding.

Side effects of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Stomach ache
Trembling of hands and feet

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You suffer from problems with the liver or kidneys.
You have uncontrolled diabetes.
You have some infections.
You have a planned surgery.
You suffer from heart problem like irregular heartbeat, heart failure.
You develop symptoms of lactic acidosis like vomiting, stomach pain, muscle cramps, fatigue, difficulty breathing.
You notice symptoms like dehydration, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever.
You have an irregular diet, habit of excessive alcohol intake, intense muscular movement.
Vilnip M tablet is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age.

Mode of Action of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

How Does It Work?
Vilnip M tablet works by the combined action of both the components – metformin and vildagliptin. It decreases the amount of glucose absorbed from the intestine, lowering the amount of sugar created b…

Directions for Use of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

It must be taken as directed by the doctor.
Swallow as a whole with a glass of water.
It must be taken with or after having the meal. It would be best if you take it at the same time every day for optimal results.
Avoid consuming it more than prescribed by the doctor.

Interactions of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines affect the way Vilnip M tablet works or the medicine itself reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor regarding the medicines, supplements or herbals you take or might take to avoid possible interaction.
If you are using other antidiabetic medicines, anti-hypertensive or heart medicine, painkillers, medicine for respiratory problems, etc.

Storage and disposal of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

Store at a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets. Avoid using expired medicines.
Discard unused medicine properly. Avoid flushing into a toilet or throwing it into the drain.

Dosage of Vilnip M 500mg Tablet 15’S

Overdose
In the case of overdose, lactic acidosis may occur (symptoms include stomach discomfort, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, fast or shallow breathing, muscle pain or cramps, sleepiness, tiredness, weakness). Seek medical care if you the symptoms or suspect an overdose with Vilnip M tablet.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking a dose of Vilnip M tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.