Dapafree-5 Tablet

Composition of Dapafree-5 Tablet

Dapafree-5 Tablet contains Dapagliflozin (5mg). It belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Dapafree-5 Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as an adjunct to diet and exercise) to improve glycaemic control; may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines as prescribed.

Key benefits

• Lowers blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
• Helps reduce fasting and post-meal sugar levels
• Promotes mild weight reduction
• Provides mild blood pressure lowering effect
• Once-daily oral dosing

How Dapafree-5 Tablet works

Dapagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that reduces glucose reabsorption in the kidneys. This increases urinary glucose excretion, lowering blood glucose and producing mild diuresis.

How to take Dapafree-5 Tablet

Oral tablet; take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily, with or without food. Swallow whole with water; maintain hydration and follow diet/exercise advice. Do not stop or change dose without medical advice.

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 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 Dapafree-5 Tablet

Most side effects of Dapafree-5 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Genital fungal infection
• urinary tract infection
• increased urination
• thirst
• dehydration
• dizziness
• low blood sugar (when used with insulin/sulfonylurea)
• nausea

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 Dapafree-5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Risk of dehydration/low blood pressure—use caution in elderly, on diuretics, or with low BP. May increase risk of genital/urinary infections; seek care for fever, pain on urination, genital symptoms. Rare but serious: ketoacidosis (even with normal sugars), Fournier’s gangrene, severe allergic reactions. Monitor kidney function; effectiveness reduces with significant renal impairment and use may be contraindicated at low eGFR—consult doctor. Hold during major surgery or acute serious illness; discuss sick-day rules.

Do not take Dapafree-5 if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. 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),other antihypertensives (additive BP lowering),lithium (may reduce lithium levels),rifampicin/phenytoin/phenobarbital (may reduce effect),digoxin (possible level changes—monitor)

How to store Dapafree-5 Tablet

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

Expert advice for Dapafree-5 Tablet

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:

RISEMARKER PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

SGLT2 inhibitor