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Composition :

DAPAGLIFLOZIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zydus Cadila

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Dapaglyn Tablet

Dapaglyn Tablet belongs to the category of medicines called 'anti-diabetic' primarily used for the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that occurs when there is either less insulin or available insulin is not properly utilized by our body cells for lowering raised blood glucose. It is the most common type of diabetes, accounting for around 90% of total diabetes cases found commonly in middle-aged people. So it is also called adult-onset diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).

Dapaglyn Tablet contains 'Dapagliflozin' a protein found in kidney known as sodium-glucose cotransporters-2 (SGLT-2 inhibitor) that works by inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose in the body, resulting in an increase in glucose excretion through urine. The removal of excessive glucose helps to lower down the blood sugar level.

Take Dapaglyn Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend you how often you take Dapaglyn Tablet based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience urinary tract infection, low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), peeing more than normal, skin rash, dizziness, increased thirst, Nausea. Most of these side effects of Dapaglyn Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are hypersensitive to any of the components present in these medicines, please tell your doctor before taking it. Dapaglyn Tablet is not allowed to use in children below 18 years of age. If you are a woman who is pregnant or breastfeeding or planning to be pregnant, then tell your doctor before they prescribe this medicine to you. Dapaglyn Tablet , when used with diuretics, may increase the risk of dehydration, kidney problems and lower blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medication. Do not take or stop Dapaglyn Tablet if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Limit your alcohol consumption with Dapaglyn Tablet as alcohol may cause a rapid increase or decrease in blood sugar levels.

Uses of Dapaglyn Tablet

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus 

Directions for Use

Take Dapaglyn Tablet with or without food as advised by a doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dapaglyn Tablet belongs to the anti-diabetic drug category, indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM). This medicine is primarily prescribed to persons whose blood sugar levels are high and not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Dapaglyn Tablet consists of “Dapagliflozin” a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor responsible for inhibiting SGLT-2 enzymes in the kidney. Thus, it prevents the reabsorption of glucose from the blood filtered through your kidney, thereby increasing the glucose excretion from your body when you urinate.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dapaglyn Tablet

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
  • Frequent urination
  • Skin rash
  • Dizziness
  • Increased thirst
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dapaglyn Tablet and other medicines, have severe kidney disease, high ketone levels in blood or urine, heart disease, congestive heart failure, liver disease or you are using insulin or other oral diabetes medications. Dapaglyn Tablet , when used with other diabetes medications, may extremely lower the blood sugar level leading to hypoglycemia condition, which can be fatal. Your doctor may adjust the dose by lowering the dose of other diabetes medicine or Dapaglyn Tablet in this case. A person should keep taking Dapaglyn Tablet even if they are feeling that their blood sugar levels are under control as it may again spike the level of sugar in the blood. You should take small frequent meals and don't fast while being treated with Dapaglyn Tablet . Try to notice if you are developing the symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) like sweating, dizziness, dry mouth, dry skin, palpitations, shivering, intense thirst, frequent urination. If you notice any of the mentioned symptoms, then immediately take honey/sugar candies and consult with a physician. 

 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DapagliflozinGatifloxacin
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MetforminIoglicic acid
Critical

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DapagliflozinGatifloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Gatifloxacin may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Gatifloxacin can be taken with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIoglicic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioglicic acid with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Ioglicic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminMetrizamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Metrizamide together can cause the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid ).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Metrizamide is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headaches, muscle cramps or pain, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopamidol with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIohexol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iohexol with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Iohexol is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIocetamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapaglyn 10 Tablet and Iocetamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Iocetamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIopromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopromide with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet can increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Iopromide with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
MetforminIocarmic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapaglyn 10 Tablet and Iocarmic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Iocarmic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction. please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoxitalamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapaglyn 10 Tablet and Ioxitalamic acid can increase the risk of lactic acidosis (when the body produces too much lactic acid).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Ioxitalamic acid is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
MetforminIoglycamic acid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ioglycamic acid with Dapaglyn 10 Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dapaglyn 10 Tablet with Ioglycamic acid is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, please consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins and a quarter with whole grain.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between a meal or snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are lots of fluctuations.
  • Invest at least 150 min of moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates containing whole-grain foods and increase the intake of fruits and veggies and other fiber-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits and samosas. Choose omega 3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. You can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil and safflower oil for frying.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yogurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80) as possible as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

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No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIABETICS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Dapaglyn Tablet is a type of medicine known as a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitor used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar levels by blocking the action of SGLT-2 in the kidney and remove excess sugar from your body through urine.

In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugar candies or drink sugary beverages. It will help to balance the blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you.

Dapaglyn Tablet can cause weight loss by increasing the amount of sugar that is removed from your body when you pee. Consult your doctor before starting Dapaglyn Tablet .

No, a person should continue taking Dapaglyn Tablet as much a doctor has prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. You should not stop discontinuing Dapaglyn Tablet suddenly as it may worsen the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and increase the blood sugar level leading to hyperglycemia.

Type 2 diabetes is a common form of diabetes in which the blood sugar-lowering hormone called insulin produced by the body does not function properly. Thus, the blood glucose level increases and symptoms such as frequent urination, increased thirst and increased hunger start. Diabetes, if left untreated or not treated properly, can cause long-term complications such as nerve damage, kidney damage, eye damage, foot problems and poses a high risk of developing heart diseases.

Dapaglyn Tablet can cause risk in pregnancy and affect the fetus. Please consult your doctor before starting Dapaglyn Tablet .

Your driving ability may be affected if your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. Do not drive or operate machinery if you also experience dizziness or drowsiness.

Yes, using Dapaglyn Tablet may cause urinary track infections in few people, so always practice good hygiene.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • AMILORIDE+HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • BACLOFEN
  • TAMSULOSIN
  • LEVODOPA
  • GATIFLOXACIN
  • AMLODIPINE
  • BISOPROLOL
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • GLIPIZIDE

Special Advise

  • You should have a test of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) every 3 months to check your blood glucose level control.
  • Drink plenty of fluids as use of Dapaglyn Tablet may cause dehydration.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Type 2 diabetes: It is a chronic or life-long condition in which cells of the body fail to respond to insulin and in later stages, the body even fails to produce enough amount of insulin. It comprises around 90% of total diabetes cases. This condition makes the body rely on different energy sources in muscles, tissues and organs. This disease develops gradually, and the early symptoms include constant hunger, lack of energy, fatigue, weight loss, excessive thirst, frequent urination, dry mouth, itchy skin and blurry vision. Persons who are middle-aged or older are most possibly have type 2 diabetes, so it is also called adult-onset diabetes. The risks of uncontrolled type 2 diabetes include damaged retina of eyes or blindness, loss of limbs, nerve problems, kidney problems, sexual dysfunction and increase the possibility of heart attack or stroke.

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