Vildagliptin

Diabetes medicine (DPP-4 inhibitor)
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Vildagliptin is a diabetes medicine (DPP-4 inhibitor) found in 19 medicines sold in India, such as Jalra 50, Galvus Met 50/500, Jalra-M 50/500. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

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.

Brands of Vildagliptin (1)

Jalra 50

Combination medicines that contain Vildagliptin (18)

Abvida M 50/1000Galvus Met 50/1000Galvus Met 50/500Gliptagreat M 1000Jalra-M 50/1000Jalra-M 50/500Metsmall VX 1000Torglip M 50/1000Verifica M 50/1000 Tablet15'sVildamac M 50/1000Vildapride M 50/1000Vinglyn M 1000Vylda-M 1000Vysov-M 50/1000Zavamet 1000Zomelis Met 50/1000Zomelis Met 50/500Zukanorm M 1000

Common questions

What is Vildagliptin used for?

Helps the body release insulin after meals to lower blood sugar.

How does Vildagliptin work?

A DPP-4 inhibitor (gliptin) that increases insulin after meals and lowers glucagon.

How should I take Vildagliptin?

Usually 50 mg twice a day, or once a day with a sulfonylurea. Liver tests are checked.

What are the side effects of Vildagliptin?

Common: Headache, stuffy nose or sore throat, joint pain, dizziness. Get help straight away for: Severe stomach pain spreading to the back (pancreatitis), blistering skin (bullous pemphigoid), allergic swelling, yellow skin.

Does Vildagliptin interact with other medicines?

Low blood sugar is more likely when combined with sulfonylureas or insulin.

Is Vildagliptin safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding; insulin is preferred.

Does Vildagliptin need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Vildagliptin?

Abvida M 50/1000, Galvus Met 50/1000, Galvus Met 50/500, Gliptagreat M 1000, Jalra 50, Jalra-M 50/1000, Jalra-M 50/500, Metsmall VX 1000, Torglip M 50/1000, Verifica M 50/1000 Tablet15's, Vildamac M 50/1000, Vildapride M 50/1000, Vinglyn M 1000, Vylda-M 1000, Vysov-M 50/1000, Zavamet 1000, Zomelis Met 50/1000, Zomelis Met 50/500, Zukanorm M 1000.

Sources and further reading

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.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.