Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Composition of Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet contains Metformin (500mg) + Dapagliflozin (10mg). It belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor + Biguanide class of medicines.

Uses of Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to improve glycaemic control as an adjunct to diet and exercise); may be used when dual therapy is required

Key benefits

• Lowers HbA1c and fasting/post-meal glucose
• Improves insulin sensitivity and reduces hepatic glucose output
• Promotes urinary glucose excretion
• May support modest weight reduction
• Low risk of hypoglycaemia when used without insulin/sulfonylurea

How Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet works

Dapagliflozin (an SGLT2 inhibitor) lowers blood glucose by increasing urinary glucose excretion via the kidneys. Metformin reduces hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity, helping the body use insulin more effectively.

How to take Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed. Usually taken once daily with food (preferably with/after the main meal) to reduce stomach upset; swallow whole if extended-release—do not crush or chew. Maintain adequate hydration.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerous build-up of acid in the blood, with vomiting, severe weakness and laboured breathing. It can cause dehydration and a fall in blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Most side effects of Dapa Cad M are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal discomfort
• loss of appetite
• headache
• increased urination
• thirst
• genital yeast infection
• urinary tract infection
• dizziness

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antidiabetic. Risk of lactic acidosis with metformin (higher in kidney impairment, dehydration, heavy alcohol use, severe infection, shock, liver disease); kidney function should be assessed before and during therapy. Dapagliflozin may cause dehydration/low blood pressure, genital/urinary infections, and rarely ketoacidosis (can occur even with near-normal sugars)—seek urgent care for nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rapid breathing. Stop temporarily during acute illness, prolonged fasting, major surgery, or before iodinated contrast procedures as advised. Monitor for hypoglycaemia when used with insulin/sulfonylureas. Not for type 1 diabetes.

Do not take Dapa Cad M if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe kidney disease, severe liver disease, or an acute illness causing dehydration. Not for people who have had diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for type 1 diabetes or for diabetic ketoacidosis. Not for people with severe kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Insulin and sulfonylureas (increased hypoglycaemia risk), diuretics (increased dehydration/hypotension risk), ACE inhibitors/ARBs/NSAIDs (may affect renal function), iodinated contrast media (increases lactic acidosis risk—temporary stoppage may be needed), alcohol (raises lactic acidosis risk), cationic drugs affecting renal tubular secretion e.g., cimetidine (may increase metformin levels)

How to store Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and direct light. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Dapa Cad M 1000 Tablet

Take it with or just after food to reduce stomach upset. Keep taking it even when your sugar readings look normal — that is the medicine working. Continue your diet and physical activity; this medicine works alongside them, not instead of them. Take it in the morning so the extra urine does not disturb your sleep. Keep up your fluid intake and maintain genital hygiene. Tell any doctor treating you for an acute illness that you take this medicine.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SHRRISHTI HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS(I) PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

SGLT2 inhibitor + Biguanide