Galvus Met 50/850 mg 60 tablets

Product name Galvus Met 850/50, reduces blood sugar level and protects from diabetes complications - 60 tablets Scientific name Vildagliptin 50 mg + Metformin 850 mg tablets Galvus Met 850/50 tablets belong to diabetes medications taken orally How Vildagliptin and Metformin work Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor, an enzyme that breaks down incretin hormones including the peptide similar to glucagon -1 (GLP-1) Incretin helps the body produce more insulin only when needed and reduce the amount of glucose produced by the liver Metformin reduces blood glucose levels by decreasing glucose production in the liver Metformin decreases intestinal absorption of glucose Metformin increases insulin sensitivity, leading to increased glucose absorption and utilization Medical uses of Galvus Met 850/50 tablets Referred to as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in patients not adequately controlled with metformin hydrochloride or vildagliptin alone How to use Galvus Met 850/50 tablets Should be taken with meals to reduce gastrointestinal side effects associated with metformin hydrochloride Can start with a dose of 50 mg / 500 mg once daily and gradually titrate to a maximum dose of 50 mg / 1000 mg twice daily after assessing your response to treatment Doses higher than 100 mg of vildagliptin are not recommended Dose adjustments may be made in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions If you take more than the prescribed dose, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for the next dose Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose Side effects of Galvus Met 850/50 tablets Although the following side effects are not common for everyone, some patients may experience: Shaking, dizziness, headache, nausea Hypoglycemia Using Galvus Met 850/50 tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medication Your doctor will discuss the potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding Helpful tips for diabetic patients All carbohydrates affect blood glucose levels, so it is important to know which foods contain carbohydrates Choose healthy foods that contain carbohydrates and be aware of the portion size (amount of carbohydrates) needed Reduce salt intake Eating too much salt can increase the risk of high blood pressure, which in turn increases the risk of heart disease and stroke When you have diabetes, you are already more susceptible to all these conditions Eat more fruits and vegetables This can help you get the vitamins, minerals, and fiber your body needs daily to stay healthy You can always try low-calorie or calorie-free sweeteners (also known as artificial sweeteners) to help reduce sugar, for example Stevia, local sugar, or Tropicana artificial sweetener Don’t forget to stay active Being more active helps you control your blood sugar levels Remember to continuously monitor blood glucose levels using home devices like Accu-Chek, Instant, blood sugar meter, Thiozack capsules, and Neurobion tablets These will help you reduce nerve problems caused by diabetes Warnings and precautions while using Galvus Met 850/50 tablets Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking if you have: Allergy to vildagliptin or metformin hydrochloride or any of the ingredients Moderate or severe liver problems Severe kidney impairment Heart failure Acute metabolic acidosis or diabetic ketoacidosis Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, prescribed medications, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements Storage instructions for Galvus Met 850/50 tablets Store at temperatures below 25°C Do not refrigerate the medication Keep this medicine out of reach of and sight of children Store in the original container to protect from moisture Do not use this medication after the expiration date printed on the package/strip/label The expiration date refers to the last day of the month Your health in numbers Random blood sugar test: A blood sample will be taken randomly. Regardless of the last meal, a blood sugar level of 200 mg/dL or higher indicates diabetes. Blood sugar level less than 140 mg/dL is normal, and a reading between 140 and 199 mg/dL indicates risk of diabetes. Fasting blood sugar test: A blood sample will be taken after overnight fasting. A fasting blood sugar level less than 100 mg/dL is normal. Fasting blood sugar from 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates prediabetes. If the level is 126 mg/dL or higher on two separate tests, you may have diabetes. Oral glucose tolerance test: For this test, you fast overnight, and blood sugar levels are measured during fasting. Then you drink a sugary solution, and blood sugar levels are periodically tested over the next two hours. For more information about Vildagliptin and Metformin, consult your doctor or pharmacist through the Tamoni app provided by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority.