Generic Name: Vildagliptin
Strength: 100 mg (often given as 50 mg twice daily or 100 mg once daily, depending on doctors advice)
Drug Class: DPP-4 inhibitor (Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 inhibitor)
Indication: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Vildagliptin is an oral antidiabetic medicine that works by:
Inhibiting the enzyme DPP-4, which increases levels of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP).
These hormones improve pancreatic insulin secretion and reduce glucagon release.
The result is better blood sugar control, especially after meals.
Helps in lowering HbA1c levels.
Provides good control of both fasting and post-meal glucose.
Has a low risk of hypoglycemia (when used without sulfonylureas).
Does not cause weight gain, often considered weight-neutral.
Can be used alone or in combination with metformin, sulfonylureas, thiazolidinediones, or insulin.
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