Drug reference
vildagliptin
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Drug class
Endocrine (Peptide analogues)
Mechanism of action
Vildagliptin also inhibits hepatic glucose production, mainly through changes in islet hormone secretion, and improves insulin sensitivity, as determined with a variety of methods. These effects underlie the improved glycaemia with low risk for hypoglycaemia.
Common side effects
- Tremor
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Hypoglycaemia
Known interactions (1)
- Glimepiride + vildagliptin Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is vildagliptin?
vildagliptin belongs to: Endocrine.
How does vildagliptin work?
Vildagliptin also inhibits hepatic glucose production, mainly through changes in islet hormone secretion, and improves insulin sensitivity, as determined with a variety of methods. These effects underlie the improved glycaemia with low risk for hypoglycaemia.
What are the common side effects of vildagliptin?
Tremor, Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Hypoglycaemia
Which drugs interact with vildagliptin?
Glimepiride
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