Dapagliflozin 5mg + Metformin 500mg

Dapagliflozin 5mg + Metformin 500mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is used to manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, especially when diet, exercise, and a single medicine are not enough to control blood sugar.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

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

HOW IT WORKS

• Dapagliflozin blocks a kidney protein (SGLT2), causing extra glucose to be passed out in urine
• Metformin reduces glucose production in the liver and improves insulin sensitivity in muscles
• Together they lower blood sugar through two different actions, giving better control

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, though some weight loss may occur
• Not a substitute for insulin when insulin is specifically required

How to Use Dapagliflozin 5mg + Metformin 500mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with a meal to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Take at the same time(s) each day for best results
• Continue healthy diet, exercise, and regular blood sugar monitoring as advised
• Do not stop or change the dose on your own, 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 a double dose to make up for a missed one
• If you often forget doses, ask your doctor about reminders or a simpler schedule

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original pack until it is time to take the tablet
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the pack

Dapagliflozin 5mg + Metformin 500mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Urinary tract infection
• Low blood pressure or feeling faint on standing
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Mild weight loss

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of lactic acidosis: unusual muscle pain, trouble breathing, extreme tiredness, stomach pain
• Signs of ketoacidosis even with normal sugar: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, confusion, unusual tiredness
• Signs of dehydration or kidney problems: reduced urination, severe thirst, dizziness
• Signs of severe urinary or genital infection: fever, pain, swelling, foul-smelling discharge
• Signs of low blood sugar: sweating, shakiness, confusion, fast heartbeat
• Allergic reaction: rash, swelling of face or throat, difficulty breathing

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

Dapagliflozin 5mg + Metformin 500mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the guidance of a registered doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have severe kidney disease or kidney failure
• Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis
• Have severe liver disease
• Have a known allergy to dapagliflozin, metformin, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have a serious infection, severe dehydration, or are about to undergo surgery or an X-ray with contrast dye

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have a history of urinary tract or genital infections
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Drink alcohol regularly
• Have heart failure or a history of low blood pressure
• Follow a very low-carbohydrate diet

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Diuretics (water pills) and blood pressure medicines
• Other diabetes medicines or insulin, increasing low blood sugar risk
• Contrast dye used in certain X-ray or scan procedures
• Steroids or medicines that raise blood sugar
• Alcohol, which increases risk of low blood sugar and lactic acidosis

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

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

Will this medicine cause frequent urination?

Yes, some increase in urination is expected because the medicine helps remove excess sugar through urine.

Can I stop this medicine once my sugar is controlled?

• No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as diabetes needs continuous management even when sugar levels look normal.
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