{"product_id":"galvus-met-50mg-850mg-tabs-60s","title":"GALVUS MET 50mg\/850mg Tabs 60'S","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePrescription need to process the order \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe active substances in Vildagliptin\/Metformin, vildagliptin and metformin, belong to a group of medicines called \"oral antidiabetics\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVildagliptin\/Metformin is used to treat adult patients with type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis form of diabetes is also known as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVildagliptin\/Metformin is used when the diabetes cannot be controlled with diet and exercise alone and\/or with other medicines used to treat diabetes (insulin or sulphonylurea).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType 2 diabetes develops if the body does not produce enough insulin, or if the insulin produced by the body does not work as well as it should.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetes can also develop if the body makes too much glucagon .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth insulin and glucagon are made in the pancreas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsulin helps to reduce blood sugar levels, especially after meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlucagon induces the production of sugar in the liver, and causes blood sugar levels to rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow Vildagliptin\/Metformin works:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth active substances, vildagliptin and metformin, help regulate blood sugar levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe active substance vildagliptin works so that the pancreas produces more insulin and less glucagon .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe active substance metformin works so that the body can better utilize insulin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis medicine has been shown to reduce blood sugar, which can help prevent complications of your diabetes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow much Vildagliptin\/Metformin a person should take depends on his\/her condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe doctor will tell you exactly how many tablets to take of Vildagliptin\/Metformin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. Contact a doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended dose is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne film-coated tablet of either 50 mg\/850 mg or 50 mg\/1000 mg twice daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have reduced kidney function, the doctor may prescribe a lower dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe doctor may also prescribe a lower dose if you are taking a medicine for diabetes called a sulfonylurea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe doctor may prescribe this medicine alone or together with certain other medicines that lower your blood sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen and how to take Vildagliptin\/Metformin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwallow the tablets whole with a glass of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake one tablet in the morning and the other in the evening, with or immediately after food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy taking the tablet immediately after a meal, the risk of an upset stomach will be reduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue to follow the dietary recommendations you have received from your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you follow a diabetic weight control diet, it is particularly important that you continue this while taking Vildagliptin\/Metformin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you take too much Vildagliptin\/Metformin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact a doctor or pharmacist immediately if you take too many tablets of Vildagliptin\/Metformin or someone else has taken your tablets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical supervision may be necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have to see a doctor or hospital, you must take the package and this package insert with you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have forgotten to take Vildagliptin\/Metformin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you forget to take a tablet, take it with your next meal unless you are going to take one anyway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou should not take a double dose (two tablets) to replace a forgotten tablet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you stop treatment with Vildagliptin\/Metformin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue to take this medicine as long as your doctor prescribes it so that it can control your blood sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou must not stop treatment with Vildagliptin\/Metformin unless your doctor tells you to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have questions about how long you should use this medicine, contact your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsk your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you have any questions about the use of this medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarnings And precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use Vildagliptin\/Metformin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are allergic to vildagliptin, metformin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to your doctor before taking Vildagliptin\/Metformin if you think you may be allergic to any of these substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have uncontrolled diabetes with, for example, severe hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar), nausea , vomiting, diarrhoea , rapid weight loss, lactic acidosis (see \"risk of lactic acidosis\" below) or ketoacidosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKetoacidosis is a condition where substances called ketone bodies accumulate in the blood, and this can lead to diabetic pre-coma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymptoms include stomach pain, rapid and deep breathing, sleepiness or the breath taking on an unusual and fruity smell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have recently had a heart attack or you have heart failure, severe problems with blood circulation or breathing problems, which may be signs of heart problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have severely impaired kidney function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have a serious infection or are severely dehydrated (have lost a lot of water from the body).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are going to have a contrast x-ray (a special type of x-ray that involves an injectable dye).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have liver problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you drink excessive amounts of alcohol (either every day or occasionally).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are breastfeeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRisk of lactic acidosis:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVildagliptin\/Metformin can cause a very rare but very serious side effect called lactic acidosis, especially if your kidneys are not working properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe risk of developing lactic acidosis is also elevated with uncontrolled diabetes, severe infections , prolonged fasting or alcohol intake, dehydration, liver problems and any medical condition where part of the body has reduced oxygen supply (such as acute severe heart disease).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to your doctor for further information if any of the above applies to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterrupt treatment with Vildagliptin\/Metformin for a short period if you have a condition that may be associated with dehydration (have lost a lot of body fluid), such as severe vomiting, diarrhea , fever , exposure to heat or if you drink less fluid than normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalk to your doctor for further information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop treatment with Vildagliptin\/Metformin and contact a doctor or the nearest hospital immediately if you experience any of the symptoms of lactic acidosis , as this condition can lead to coma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymptoms of lactic acidosis include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStomach pain (abdominal pain).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle cramps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA general feeling of malaise with severe fatigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathing difficulties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced body temperature and pulse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe active Ingredients are vildagliptin and metformin hydrochloride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts available with two different concentrations and different manufacturers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach Vildagliptin\/Metformin 50 mg\/850 mg film-coated tablet contains 50 mg vildagliptin and 850 mg metformin hydrochloride (equivalent to 660 mg metformin).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach 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