Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients aged 18 years and older.
Active ingredients:
Dapagliflozin (belongs to the group of medications called sodium-glucose co-transporter inhibitors).
Metformin (belongs to the class of medications called biguanides).
Dosage and administration:
Always taken in combination with diet and exercise.
Prescribed by a doctor, who will determine the dose and duration based on blood sugar levels and other factors.
Taken orally with food.
Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water.
Contraindications:
Do not take if you are allergic to Dapagliflozin, Metformin, or any of the other ingredients.
Do not take if you have had a diabetic coma, severely reduced kidney function, severe infection, or liver problems.
Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Warnings:
Inform your doctor immediately if you have vomiting, stomach ache, muscle cramps, severe tiredness, difficulty in breathing, reduced body temperature, and heartbeat after taking this medicine.
Inform your physician if you get urinary tract infections.
Store at 20°C to 25°C.
Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
If you forgot to take the tablet, take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Safety advice:
Pregnancy: do not take if pregnant. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment. Use effective contraception during the treatment.
Breastfeeding: not recommended.
Lungs: it is unknown whether the medicine is safe to be administered in patients with lung diseases.
Liver: should be cautiously administered if you have liver problems. Dose adjustments are necessary for severe liver failure.
Alcohol: it is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapaglyn M 500mg tablet.
Driving: may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Driving or operating heavy machinery is unsafe if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Side effects:
Common: nausea, vomiting, back pain, urinary tract infection, diarrhea, stomach ache, loss of appetite, dizziness, rash.
To control your diabetes, you still need to keep to diet and exercise, even when you are taking this medicine.
Avoid excessive alcohol while taking this medicine.
If you take more tablets than you should, you may experience lactic acidosis. Symptoms of lactic acidosis include feeling or being very sick, vomiting, stomach ache, muscular cramps, severe tiredness or difficulty breathing. If you face any of these symptoms, stop taking this medicine immediately and contact a doctor or the nearest hospital.
FAQs:
Can you take Dapaglyn M 500mg tablet twice a day?
Your doctor will decide the dose, strength, and frequency of the medicine based on your blood sugar levels and other factors. Take the tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
How does Dapaglyn M 500mg tablet work?
Dapagliflozin reduces glucose reabsorption and lowers the renal threshold for glucose. It works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine and lowering the sugar in your blood. Metformin primarily decreases hepatic glucose production and decreases intestinal absorption of glucose. It works mainly by inhibiting glucose production in the liver.
What is Dapaglyn M 500mg tablet used for?
Dapaglyn M 500mg tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults aged 18 years and older.
Can Dapagliflozin and Metformin cause weight loss?
Both Dapagliflozin and Metformin can potentially contribute to weight loss in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Dapagliflozin can lead to a mild reduction in body weight by increasing urinary glucose excretion, while Metformin may help with modest weight loss by reducing appetite and improving insulin sensitivity.
How long does it take for Dapagliflozin and Metformin to show its effects?
The effects of Dapagliflozin and Metformin may vary from person to person. It may take several days to weeks to observe significant improvements in blood sugar control. It is important to continue taking the medication as prescribed and attend regular follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider.
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