
| Salt Composition: | Vildagliptin (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Ultrascot Biotech Pvt. Ltd. |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Ultravid 100mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels. Ultravid 100mg Tablet is normally prescribed when diet and exercise alone or other medicines do not prove sufficient to control your blood sugar level. It may prescribe alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. It can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and blood sugar levels. Use it strictly as advised by your doctor.
Ultravid 100mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from the pancreas and decreasing the hormones that raise blood sugar levels. This reduces the fasting and postmeal sugar levels.
When should I take Ultravid 100mg Tablet?
You can take Ultravid 100mg Tablet tablets before, with, or after meals. If your physician has prescribed you to take this medicine once daily, then take it in the morning. In case your medication needs to be taken twice daily, then it is recommended taking the first dose in the morning and the second in the evening.
Does Ultravid 100mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia?
Yes, there's a possibility that Ultravid 100mg Tablet may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), but this risk is lower compared to other antidiabetic drugs. There have been rare instances where treatment with Ultravid 100mg Tablet has resulted in hypoglycemia. The likelihood of experiencing hypoglycemia increases if Ultravid 100mg Tablet is taken alongside other antidiabetic medications. It's important to note that the risk of hypoglycemia remains low, even among individuals who are more susceptible to hypoglycemia, such as those aged and those on insulin therapy.
Does Ultravid 100mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Ultravid 100mg Tablet is not associated with weight gain. It is generally expected that medications like Ultravid 100mg Tablet help to decrease weight. These medicines promote satiety (feeling of fullness) and delay the emptying of the stomach. This in turn helps patients feel fuller for longer periods, reducing their need for excessive eating.
Is Ultravid 100mg Tablet the same as Sitagliptin?
No, Ultravid 100mg Tablet and Sitagliptin are not the same. However, both medications belong to the same class of drugs and have a similar mechanism for lowering blood glucose levels.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ultravid 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ultravid 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Ultravid 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Ultravid 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.