DAPAVEL GM 10/1/1000 Tablets

Uses and Benefits of DAPAVEL GM 10/1/1000 Tablets (Glimepiride 1mg + Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg)

This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise when a single medicine is not enough
• Helps reduce risk of long-term diabetes complications

HOW IT WORKS

• Glimepiride helps the pancreas release more insulin
• Dapagliflozin helps the kidneys remove excess sugar through urine
• Metformin reduces sugar production by the liver and improves insulin action in the body

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis
• Not a treatment for weight loss on its own
• Not to be used without medical supervision

Side Effects of DAPAVEL GM 10/1/1000 Tablets (Glimepiride 1mg + Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite
• Increased urination
• Genital yeast infections

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Urinary tract infection
• Metallic taste in mouth

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of severe low blood sugar such as sweating, confusion, or fainting
• Severe stomach pain, vomiting, or unusual tiredness (possible lactic acidosis)
• Signs of dehydration or ketoacidosis such as nausea, vomiting, breathing difficulty
• Signs of urinary or genital infection with fever
• Sudden swelling, breathing trouble, or skin rash (allergic reaction)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use DAPAVEL GM 10/1/1000 Tablets (Glimepiride 1mg + Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily with a meal
• Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not crush or chew
• Drink enough fluids during the day
• Continue diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring as advised
• Do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor even if you feel well

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light, and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use if the tablet looks damaged or discoloured
• Dispose of expired medicine safely, do not flush down the drain

Safety Information and Precautions for DAPAVEL GM 10/1/1000 Tablets (Glimepiride 1mg + Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to glimepiride, dapagliflozin, metformin, or sulfonylurea drugs
• Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have severe kidney or liver disease
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have a severe infection, dehydration, or are undergoing major surgery

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of urinary tract or genital infections
• Have heart disease or low blood pressure
• Are scheduled for surgery or an imaging test involving contrast dye
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are elderly or have a history of low blood sugar episodes

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Insulin or other diabetes medicines
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Steroids
• Certain blood pressure medicines
• Alcohol
• Contrast dye used in scans

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop this medicine once my sugar is normal?

No, stopping suddenly can cause sugar levels to rise again; continue as advised by your doctor.

Will this medicine cause weight gain?

Dapagliflozin may cause slight weight loss, while glimepiride can sometimes cause weight gain; overall effect varies by person.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• Alcohol increases the risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis, so it is best avoided.
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