Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Metformin works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.

Q: What if you forget to take Dapacid M Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems and loss of limbs. This medicine will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

Nausea

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Genital fungal infection

Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

Urinary tract infection

Polyuria

Flatulence

Skin rash

Taste change

Difficulty in urination

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)

Tremors

Dizziness

Back pain

Increased hematocrit

Decreased creatinine clearance

Dyslipidemia

Alcohol:UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.

It also reduces the risk of heart attack, heart failure or other cardiovascular events.

You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet.

Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.

Dapacid M 5mg/500mg Tablet can cause urinary tract infection. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and practice good genital hygiene.

It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.

It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.

Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.