Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet is a combination of Vildagliptin (50mg) and Metformin (500mg) used in the management of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control blood sugar levels effectively when diet and exercise alone are not sufficient.
- Vildagliptin: Enhances insulin secretion and reduces glucagon levels
- Metformin: Decreases glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity
This dual-action formula helps maintain stable blood glucose levels throughout the day and reduces complications associated with uncontrolled diabetes.
It is commonly prescribed for:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- High fasting and post-meal sugar levels
- Patients not controlled by single drug therapy
- Combination therapy for better HbA1c control
⭐ Key Benefits
- Controls fasting and post-meal blood sugar
- Improves insulin effectiveness
- Helps reduce HbA1c levels
- Dual-action diabetes control
- Supports long-term diabetes management
⚙️ How It Works
- Vildagliptin: Increases incretin hormones to boost insulin release
- Metformin: Reduces liver glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity
Together they provide stable and long-term blood sugar control.
💊 Usage Instructions
- Take as prescribed by doctor
- Usually taken once or twice daily with meals
- Do not skip doses for best sugar control
⚠️ Safety Information
- Prescription medicine only
- May cause nausea, diarrhea, or stomach upset initially
- Avoid alcohol (risk of lactic acidosis with metformin)
- Regular kidney function monitoring required
- Not for Type 1 diabetes
