Jalra 50
Jalra 50 is a tablet made by USV that contains Vildagliptin 50 mg. Vildagliptin is a diabetes medicine (dpp-4 inhibitor): helps the body release insulin after meals to lower blood sugar.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vildagliptin | 50 mg |
What it is used for
Helps the body release insulin after meals to lower blood sugar.
How it works
A DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin) that increases insulin after meals and lowers glucagon.
How to take it
Usually 50 mg twice a day, or once a day with a sulfonylurea. Liver tests are checked.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Stuffy nose or sore throat
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
Get medical help straight away if
- Severe stomach pain spreading to the back (pancreatitis)
- Blistering skin (bullous pemphigoid)
- Allergic swelling
- Yellow skin
Be careful
Liver tests may be needed.
Other medicines and interactions
Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with sulfonylureas or insulin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding; insulin is preferred.
Common questions
What is Jalra 50?
Jalra 50 is a tablet by USV containing Vildagliptin 50 mg.
What is Jalra 50 used for?
Helps the body release insulin after meals to lower blood sugar.
How should I take Jalra 50?
Usually 50 mg twice a day, or once a day with a sulfonylurea. Liver tests are checked. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Jalra 50?
Common side effects include: Headache, stuffy nose or sore throat, joint pain, dizziness. Get medical help straight away for: Severe stomach pain spreading to the back (pancreatitis), blistering skin (bullous pemphigoid), allergic swelling, yellow skin.
Does Jalra 50 need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Jalra 50 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding; insulin is preferred.
What are the substitutes for Jalra 50?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Vildagliptin: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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