Galvus 50mg Tablet

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Reviewed byDr. Mohd Izzat Amir Bin AwangDoctor of Medicine (MD), University of Mansoura - Manchester
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Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

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Overview

Galvus 50mg Tablet is a prescription-only medicine (POM) that contains Vildagliptin 50mg. It is supplied as a tablet and is dispensed in Malaysia only against a valid prescription issued by a registered doctor.

Under Malaysian rules for prescription medicines, this page carries product, safety and handling information only. Your doctor or pharmacist will explain whether this medicine is suitable for you, the dose you should take, and how long you should take it.

On DoctorOnCall, Galvus 50mg Tablet is reviewed by a licensed doctor through an online consultation and dispensed by a registered pharmacist before delivery. Always follow the instructions on your prescription label and the package insert supplied with the product, and do not share this medicine with anyone else.

Directions for Use

Take Galvus 50mg Tablet at about the same time(s) each day, with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. If you are prescribed twice-daily dosing, take one tablet in the morning and one in the evening, and continue following your doctor’s advice on diet and exercise alongside this medicine.

Dosage

The usual dose of Galvus 50mg Tablet is 50mg once or twice daily depending on which other diabetes medicines you are taking; your doctor will individualise the dose and frequency based on your blood sugar control, kidney function, and other medicines. Do not change your dose without your doctor’s advice, and continue regular blood sugar monitoring as instructed.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Upper respiratory tract infections
  • Joint pain (arthralgia)

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to vildagliptin or any ingredient in this product
  • Type 1 diabetes mellitus or diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Moderate to severe liver impairment
  • Use with caution in heart failure, as monitoring may be needed

Drug / Food Interactions

  • Combining with a sulfonylurea or insulin increases the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
  • ACE inhibitors may slightly increase the risk of angioedema (swelling) when combined with vildagliptin
  • Other blood-sugar-lowering medicines may have an additive effect on lowering glucose
  • Alcohol intake should be limited, as it can affect blood sugar control and liver function

Quick Tips

  • Take at the same time(s) every day to keep blood sugar levels steady
  • Learn to recognise the signs of low blood sugar (shakiness, sweating, confusion) and carry a fast-acting sugar source
  • Attend scheduled blood tests to monitor liver function and overall diabetes control
  • Continue your prescribed diet and exercise plan alongside this medicine

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Vildagliptin 50mg

Safety Advice

Pregnancy

Limited Data

Limited information is available regarding use during pregnancy. Use only if clearly needed.

Breastfeeding

Not Advisable

Generally not recommended while breastfeeding.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Not Advisable

Not recommended in patients with liver disease.

Alcohol

Use With Care

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.

Driving

Use With Care

Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Specifications

BrandNovartis
ManufacturerNovartis
ClassificationPrescription medicine
Ingredients / Active IngredientsVildagliptin
Pack Size14s, 56s
Shelf LifeUse this product before the expiry date stated on the packaging. Do not use the medicine if the expiry date has passed.

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