Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet 15's

• Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet contains Metformin 1000mg and Vildagliptin 50mg used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
• The tablet helps prevent advanced complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, blindness, heart attack, stroke, hyperglycemia
• Chemical Class: Pyrrolidine-carbonitrile derivative, Biguanides Derivative
• Addictive Drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Anti Diabetic
• Action Class: DPP-4 inhibitors, Biguanides
• Schedule “H” prescription drug Caution: Medicine must not be sold without the prescription of a qualified doctor
• Schedule “G” prescription drug Caution: Must be taken under the supervision of a doctor or medical practitioner
• Store in a dry, cool place below 30°C away from light and moisture

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

• It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg as it may cause low sugar or lactic acidosis (high lactic acid levels in the blood)
• Do not take a double dose of this tablet if you miss a dose. Skip the missed dose and follow the regular schedule as prescribed by your doctor

Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet may interact with the following medicines inform your doctor regarding this
 

• Pain killers
• BP tablets
• Thyroid hormones
• Antacids
• Medicines that affect the nervous system

Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet is not safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, consult your doctor regarding this

• Inform your doctor if you have surgery scheduled under a general anesthetic
• Your doctor may check your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter
• Inform your doctor if you feel having the symptoms of any side effects
• Eat at regular intervals for all three meals do not skip them
• Monitor your blood sugar level regularly especially when there are lots of fluctuations
• Do not do any stressful tasks or work

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea or Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite and Dizziness
• Headache
• Trembling
• Metallic taste
• Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar level
• Lactic Acidosis (Rare)

Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet must be taken regularly after eating food to avoid any side effects as directed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole do not chew, crush, or break the tablet

Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet contains Vildagliptin 50mg, Metformin 1000mg

Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver delaying glucose absorption in the intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin

Vildagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that increases the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreases blood sugar levels

Q. When should I take Galvus Met 50 1000?
Galvus Met 50mg/1000mg Tablet can be taken after eating food to avoid a stomach upset at a time recommended by your doctor regularly

Q. How do you take Galvus Met 50 1000?
Take the tablet as prescribed by the doctor after eating food. Swallow it as a whole, do not chew, crush or break it

• Patients with liver, heart, and kidney disease or pancreas problems must consult their doctors before taking type 2 diabetes mellitus tablets for proper dosage recommendations
• Avoid taking the tablet if you have Vitamin B12 deficiency