Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet

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Overview

Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet contains Vildagliptin 50mg and Metformin hydrochloride 500mg and is available as a tablet. It is classified as a prescription medicine and may only be obtained with a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner.

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Directions for Use

Take Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet with meals (for example, with breakfast and dinner) to help reduce the gastrointestinal side effects associated with metformin. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water – do not crush or chew it. Continue your prescribed diet and exercise plan alongside this medicine.

Dosage

The usual dose of Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet is one tablet twice daily, taken with meals. Your doctor will determine the exact strength and frequency suited to your current diabetes control, kidney function, and any other diabetes medicines you may be taking, and may adjust your regimen over time.

Storage Instructions

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

Side Effects

Metformin

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach discomfort or cramps
  • Metallic taste in the mouth
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss (in some cases)

Vildagliptin

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

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to vildagliptin, metformin, or any ingredient in this product
  • Severe kidney impairment or acute conditions that risk altering kidney function (e.g. severe dehydration, severe infection, shock)
  • Active liver disease or significant hepatic impairment
  • Conditions predisposing to tissue hypoxia, such as decompensated heart failure or recent heart attack
  • Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis

Drug / Food Interactions

  • Iodinated contrast media used in certain imaging/X-ray procedures require this medicine to be temporarily stopped before and after the procedure, per your doctor’s instructions, due to the risk of lactic acidosis
  • Alcohol, especially in excess, increases the risk of lactic acidosis and low blood sugar when combined with metformin
  • Insulin or sulfonylureas combined with this medicine increase the risk of hypoglycaemia
  • Diuretics, corticosteroids, and certain other medicines may affect blood sugar control or kidney function when combined

Quick Tips

  • Take with meals to reduce stomach upset
  • Tell your doctor before any contrast-dye imaging scan or X-ray procedure, as this medicine may need to be paused temporarily
  • Attend scheduled kidney function and liver monitoring tests as advised by your doctor
  • Limit alcohol intake, particularly binge drinking, due to the increased risk of lactic acidosis
  • Report any unusual muscle pain, breathing difficulty, or severe tiredness to your doctor promptly
  • Continue following your prescribed diet and exercise programme alongside this medicine

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

  • Vildagliptin 50mg
  • Metformin hydrochloride 500mg

Safety Advice

Metformin

Pregnancy

Use With Care

This medicine should be used cautiously during pregnancy. Monitoring may be required.

Breastfeeding

Generally Safe

This medicine is generally safe during breastfeeding with minimal risk to the infant.

Kidney

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.

Liver

Use With Care

Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.

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.

Vildagliptin

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 IngredientsMetformin, Vildagliptin
Pack Size60s
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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Important Medical Information

💊 Recommended Dosage:

The usual dose of Galvus Met 50/500mg Tablet is one tablet twice daily, taken with meals. Your doctor will determine the exact strength and frequency suited to your current diabetes control, kidney function, and any other diabetes medicines you may be taking, and may adjust your regimen over time.

🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
  • Known hypersensitivity to vildagliptin, metformin, or any ingredient in this product
  • Severe kidney impairment or acute conditions that risk altering kidney function (e.g. severe dehydration, severe infection, shock)
  • Active liver disease or significant hepatic impairment
  • Conditions predisposing to tissue hypoxia, such as decompensated heart failure or recent heart attack
  • Acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Metformin:
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach discomfort or cramps
  • Metallic taste in the mouth
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss (in some cases)
Vildagliptin:
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Upper respiratory tract infections
  • Joint pain (arthralgia)
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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