Ingredient

Vildagliptin Nitrate

Vildagliptin nitrate is a blood sugar control ingredient used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

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MFDS ingredient code M281472

What does it do?

Vildagliptin nitrate is an antidiabetic drug that belongs to the DPP-4 inhibitor class. This ingredient is used in medications to promote insulin secretion and lower blood sugar.

Vildagliptin nitrate inhibits the DPP-4 enzyme in the body, preventing the breakdown of incretin hormones. As a result, insulin secretion increases and blood sugar is effectively controlled.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Vildagliptin nitrate shows a balanced effect on insulin secretion and blood sugar control compared to other DPP-4 inhibitors. It also has relatively fewer gastrointestinal side effects.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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