Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet

Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet is a combination drug used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body does not produce enough insulin or when the body's insulin does not work as well as it should. It can also develop if the body produces too much glucagon. Insulin is a substance which helps to lower the level of sugar in your blood, especially after meals. 

Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet contains metformin and vildagliptin, which help control blood sugar levels. It works by causing the pancreas to produce more insulin and less glucagon (the effect of vildagliptin) and also by helping the body utilise insulin more effectively (the effect of metformin). 

Not everyone who is taking Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet will get these side effects. The most common side effect of Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet is hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), characterised by dizziness, sweating, hunger pangs, dry mouth and skin, etc. Other side effects include changes in taste, nausea, diarrhoea, stomach pain, headache, and upper respiratory symptoms.

Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. For optimal results, it is recommended to take it at the same time each day. For better advice, your doctor will determine the appropriate dose, which can change quickly depending on your condition. Do not skip your meals, and also carry a form of sugar with you to prevent low blood sugar levels.

Avoid taking Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better without consulting your doctor, as sugar levels may change. If you stop taking Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney damage (nephropathy) and nerve damage (neuropathy). Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet should not be taken if you have type 1 diabetes mellitus or severe kidney or liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have any heart disease or are planning to get pregnant or breastfeed. 

You must continue following the diet and exercise recommended for you whilst on treatment with Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet. Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet is not a substitute for insulin. It is not used to treat type 1 diabetes (where your body does not produce insulin), diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe kidney/liver disease.

Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet are as follows:

• Diabetes Management: Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet is frequently prescribed to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
• Cardiovascular Health: By enhancing blood sugar control, Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet contributes to better cardiovascular health and reduces the risk of heart disease in diabetic patients.
• Improving Energy Levels: Stabilising blood sugar levels with Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet helps boost energy levels and supports overall well-being in those managing diabetes.

• Take Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• It is advised to take Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet twice daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
• Swallow Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew or break it.

• Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet helps your pancreas produce more insulin, effectively utilise insulin, and decrease the excess sugar that your liver makes.
• It helps control the rise of blood sugar levels in your body after a meal. 
• Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet plays a vital role in controlling blood sugar levels and prevents serious complications of diabetes like eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), nerve damage (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer and delayed wound healing.

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet.
• This medicine should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis. Some diabetic patients, while taking Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet, might develop a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood) that can damage the working of your liver and kidneys, which are required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood.
• Before you start taking Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), kidney disease, or a low vitamin B12 level.
• Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet, when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level, leading to a hypoglycemic condition, which can be fatal.
• Prolonged intake of Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet may lower your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH); hence, an annual check-up of TSH is recommended.
• In rare cases, you may also develop a serious skin reaction known as bullous pemphigoid that requires immediate medical attention.
• Tell your doctor if you are going to have a diagnostic test with an injection of dye or X-ray contrast agent. The use of Ecovilda M 850mg/50mg Tablet should be stopped for a short time before having an X-ray procedure.
• It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.