Vildapride-DM 100mg/10mg/500mg Tablet

What is Vildapride DM Tablet?

A combination medicine used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It contains:

• Vildagliptin (10mg) – Increases insulin release.

• Metformin (500mg) – Reduces glucose production & improves insulin sensitivity.

• Dapagliflozin (100mg) – Removes excess glucose through urine.

Uses

• Helps manage type 2 diabetes along with diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes.

• Reduces the risk of diabetes complications (kidney damage, nerve problems, heart disease).

How to Take

• Take with food to avoid stomach upset.

• Swallow whole—do not crush, chew, or break.

• Do not stop suddenly without consulting your doctor.

Side Effects (Common)

• Vaginal yeast infection (maintain hygiene)

• Urinary tract infection (UTI)

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

• Headache

• Nasopharyngitis (cold-like symptoms)

Precautions & Warnings

• Avoid alcohol (may increase side effects like lactic acidosis).

• Kidney patients: Safe, but doctor supervision needed.

• Liver patients: Avoid (may worsen liver function).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Unsafe—consult a doctor.

• Driving: Be cautious if dizziness or low blood sugar occurs.

Missed Dose?

• Take as soon as remembered.

• If close to the next dose, skip the missed dose.

• Do not double the dose.

Key Benefits

• Effective blood sugar control.

• Reduces risk of heart complications in diabetic patients.

• Helps maintain a healthier, active life when combined with diet & exercise.

Final Advice

• Monitor blood sugar regularly.

• Follow a diabetic-friendly diet & exercise plan.

• Report any unusual symptoms (severe stomach pain, frequent infections) to your doctor.

Always consult your doctor before starting or stopping this medication.