Vildagliptin

Vildagliptin is an oral hypoglycemic remedy that helps to reduce and control blood sugar levels, especially when combined with a regular exercise plan and a balanced diet.

Vildagliptin can be purchased alone at the pharmacy under the trade name Galvus or in combination with Metformin, another oral antidiabetic, under the trade name Galvus Met, in the form of 50 mg tablets.

Vildagliptin price

The price of vildagliptin is approximately 100 reais, however, the price may vary according to the quantity of pills in the package.

Indications for vildagliptin

Vildagliptin is indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How to use vildagliptin

How to use vildagliptin should be guided by an endocrinologist, however, the usual dose is 1 to 2 tablets per day.

Vildagliptin should be taken in the morning or in the evening with or after meals.

Side effects of vildagliptin

The main side effects of vildagliptin include general discomfort, muscle pain, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weight loss, palpitations, wheezing, swelling of the face, difficulty swallowing, skin hives or difficulty breathing.

Contraindications to vildagliptin

Vildagliptin is contraindicated for children under 18, breastfeeding women and patients with kidney problems, heart disease, diabetes complications or hypersensitivity to vildagliptin or any of the components of the formula.