Vildagliptin
Uses
Zilda is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus which is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM)
How it Works
Zilda works in treatment of diabetes by increasing the amount of insulin produced by the body. Insulin helps control the level of sugar in the blood. Zilda also reduces the amount of glucagon being produced by the pancreas, Glucagon causes your liver to produce more sugar, thus by reducing the amount of glucagon in the body by using Zilda, this also helps to reduce the levels of sugar in the blood directly. Zilda is used together with a good diet and also exercise.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Zilda may suffer from such side effects;
Headaches,
Hypoglycaemia (Low blood sugar level),
Nasopharyngitis,
Upper respiratory tract infection,
Cold sweats,
Changes in heart rate,
Palpitations,
Severe hunger,
Shaking,
Confusion,
Difficulty concentrating,
Mood changes