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Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip)

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Product Overview

How To Use Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip)

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Novartis

Active Ingredient

vildagliptin

Manufactured by

Novartis

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Most side effects do not need medical attention and resolve as the body responds to the drug. Consult your doctor if they continue or if you are worried about them.

The most common side effects of this drug include low blood sugar level, tremor, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea. It is necessary to identify the symptoms of low blood sugar level such as lightheadedness, sweating, dizziness, fainting, and dry mouth) and to know how to deal with it. You should bring sugar or glucose candy and, if you have any, have it to control your symptoms. Please contact your doctor if you have any side effects if they don't go away or concern you.

Nausea, Peripheral oedema, Hypoglycaemia, Joint pain, Liver dysfunction, Upper respiratory tract infection, Skin rash, Pancreatitis

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip)

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Galvus tab 50 mg. If you have any of the following conditions & contraindications:-

Hypersensitivity

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Galvus tab 50 mg Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of Galvus tab 50 mg varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication.

Ace Inhibitors
Thiazides
Corticosteroids
Thyroid Products
Sympathomimetics

This is an incomprehensive list of drug-to-drug interactions and conditions that might interfere with Galvus tab 50 mg function. Do inform your doctor about all your current medications prior to consuming this drug.

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

There is no known interaction between Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) and alcohol but alcohol is known to alter blood glucose level which may cause complication or uncontrolled blood sugar level in patients with diabetes mellitus.

Pregnancy Warning (Limited Data)

Animal studies have shown reproductive toxicity at a high dose but there are limited data of Vitagliptin use in pregnant women. Thus, Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) is not advisable to be used during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) has been shown to be excreted in animal milk but excretion in human milk is unknown. Thus, Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)

There are no studies of Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) on the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Dose adjustment is required in patients with moderate to severe kidney impairment.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) is not advisable to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Quick Tips

Galvus 50 mg tablet should be taken at the same time every day as this makes you remember to take it.
It can cause low blood sugar level when used with other medications, alcohol or if you skip or miss a meal.
Always take some sugary food or fruit juice with you if you have signs of low blood sugar level, such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
Be patient when driving or handling machinery until you know how Galvus 50mg Tablet is influencing you.
Your doctor can check your kidney and liver function before starting treatment and routinely thereafter.
Tell your doctor if you experience symptoms such as stomach pain, tiredness, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin.

What If You Forget To Take

If you miss a dose of Galvus 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ

Does Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) cause weight gain?

No, Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) does not commonly cause weight gain.

Does Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) cause hypoglycaemia?

Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) does not usually cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) when taken on its own. However, it may occur when other glucose controlling medications are added to your therapy due to suboptimal control of your blood glucose levels.

References

1. Vildagliptin. Camberley, Surrey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.; 2007 [26 Apr. 2018]. [Accessed 12 Mar. 2019] (online)

2. Sitagliptin: medicine to treat type 2 diabetes, National Health Services

Disclaimer

Information last updated on: Sat Nov 02 2024 11:40:01 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

Galvus 50mg Tablet 14s (strip) is available at many places in Singapore. Ang Mo Kio, Alexandra, Admiralty, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Timah, Boat Quay, Buona Vista, Beach Road, Bugis, Balestier, Boon Lay, Central Area, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Chinatown, Commonwealt, City Hall, Clarke Quay, Changi Airport, Changi Village, Clementi Park, Dairy Farm, Eunos, East Coast, Farrer Park, Geylang, Hougang, Harbourfront, Holland, Jurong, Jurong East, Jurong West, Kallang/ Whampoa, Lim Chu Kang, Marine Parade, Marina, Macpherson, Mandai, Newton, Novena, Orchard, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Potong Pasir, Paya Lebar, Queenstown, Raffles Place, Rochor, River Valley, Sembawang, Sengkang, Serangoon, Serangoon Rd, Seletar, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Tanjong Pagar, Telok Blangah, Tanglin, Thomson, Tuas, Tengah, Upper East Coast, Upper Bukit Timah, Upper Thomson, Woodlands, West Coast, Yishun, Yio Chu Kang.

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Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

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