Glipagen Plus 50 mg+850 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 22.00 (2 x 6: ৳ 264.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 132.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Vildagliptin metformin hydrochloride |
| Company | Biogen pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Adjunct to diet and exercise
- Improves glycaemic control
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Pharmacology
- Inhibits DPP-4 enzyme
- Increases insulin secretion
- Decreases hepatic glucose production
Dosage & Administration
- Twice daily dosing
- May be taken with food
- Switching from separate tablets
Interaction
- Low potential for drug interactions
- No clinically relevant interactions observed with other oral antidiabetics
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Renal disease or dysfunction
- Acute myocardial infarction
Side Effects
- Headache
- Tremor
- Nausea
- Hypoglycemia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Unknown excretion in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of lactic acidosis
- Monitoring serum creatinine levels
- Caution in elderly patients
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for pediatric use
- Monitor renal function in geriatric patients
- Avoid in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
Therapeutic Class
- Combination oral hypoglycemic preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place
- Away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children