Galvus Side Effects
Galvus has some side effects associated with it. In most cases, the side effects are mild and do not require medical attention. They can be managed at home and mostly resolve on their own as the body adjusts to the medication. Common side effects of the medication include headache, dizziness, nausea, weakness, tremors, weight gain. Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar levels are another common complaint among people using this medication. This condition can be prevented by taking meals and fixed times and avoiding skipping meals. Stick to the diet and exercise regimen recommended by your doctor and always keep a source of sugar like candy or juice at hand. Fluid retention, resulting in swelling of the legs and ankles is another common side effect of this medication. In rare cases, Galvus can cause changes in liver function or inflammation of the liver. This is characterized by yellowing of the skin, dark yellow colored urine and yellowing of the whites of the eye. It may be accompanied by abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting. If you experience such symptoms, seek immediate medical attention. If a patient is allergic to Galvus, it results in skin rashes, itching, hives, breathing trouble. In such cases also, emergency medical care is required. |
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Galvus General InformationGalvus is a medication that is used for the control of type 2 diabetes. This medication is manufactured by Novartis. The active ingredient is vildagliptin. Its chemical name is (S)-1-[N-(3-hydroxy-1-adamantyl) glycyl] pyrrolidine-2-carbonitrile. Its molecular formula is C17H25N3O2 and it has a molecular weight of 303.399 g/mol.
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