Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg

Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, especially when diet, exercise, and single-drug treatment are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Controlling high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
• Used along with diet and exercise for better sugar control
• Sometimes used with other diabetes medicines as advised by the doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Dapagliflozin blocks sugar reabsorption in the kidneys, so extra sugar is passed out in urine
• Metformin lowers the amount of sugar made by the liver
• Metformin also helps body cells use insulin more effectively
• Together they help maintain blood sugar within a healthy range

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for type 1 diabetes
• Not used for diabetic ketoacidosis
• Not a treatment for weight loss, though weight loss may occur as a side effect
• Not a substitute for insulin in patients who need insulin therapy

How to Use Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with the first meal of the day
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Drink enough fluids during the day, especially in hot weather
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well, as it needs regular use to control sugar
• Keep taking other diabetes lifestyle measures like diet and exercise as advised

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses often, inform your doctor

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not store in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink
• Discard expired medicine safely, do not use after the expiry date

Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Urinary tract infection
• Low blood pressure or feeling faint on standing
• Skin rash
• Metallic taste in mouth

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of lactic acidosis such as severe tiredness, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, or stomach pain
• Signs of ketoacidosis such as nausea, vomiting, and unusual tiredness even with normal blood sugar
• Severe dehydration or very low blood pressure
• Signs of a serious urinary or genital infection with fever and pain
• Sudden swelling of face, lips, or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Symptoms of low blood sugar like shakiness, sweating, or confusion, especially if combined with other diabetes drugs

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

Dapagliflozin 10mg + Metformin 1000mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should not be taken without a doctor's advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to dapagliflozin, metformin, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have severe kidney disease or kidney failure
• Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a history of lactic acidosis
• Are severely dehydrated or have a serious infection

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of urinary tract or genital infections
• Are going to have surgery or an imaging test with contrast dye
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have heart failure or low blood pressure

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Insulin or other diabetes medicines (risk of low blood sugar)
• Diuretics (water tablets)
• Certain blood pressure medicines
• Contrast dye used in X-ray or scan procedures
• Steroids and some other medicines that raise blood sugar
• Alcohol, which can increase risk of lactic acidosis or low blood sugar

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 loss?

Some weight loss can occur due to sugar loss in urine, but it is not intended as a weight-loss medicine.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• It is best to avoid or limit alcohol as it can increase the risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis.
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