Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes. This reduces the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease. Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet may be taken with food. Take it at the same time every day, this will help you remember to take it. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Don’t stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include sore throat, nasal congestion, runny nose, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Drinking plenty of fluids while using it will help prevent dehydration. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

• Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg 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.

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. Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

• 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

AlcoholUNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

DrivingCAUTION

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

KidneyCAUTION

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Dapavel M 10mg/1000mg 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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Anti diabetic