Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

Composition of Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet contains Dapagliflozin 10 mg. It belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor (sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor) class of medicines.

Uses of Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (to improve glycaemic control along with diet and exercise); may be used in patients with cardiovascular risk and/or chronic kidney disease or heart failure as per clinician advice

Key benefits

• Lowers blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
• Promotes urinary glucose excretion
• May aid modest weight loss
• May help reduce blood pressure
• Cardio-renal protective benefits in suitable patients (as prescribed)

How Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet works

Dapagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that reduces reabsorption of glucose in the kidneys. It increases urinary glucose excretion, thereby lowering blood sugar and causing mild osmotic diuresis.

How to take Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

Oral tablet. Typically taken once daily, at the same time each day, with or without food. Dose and duration as prescribed; maintain hydration and follow diet/exercise 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 Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

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

• Genital fungal infection
• urinary tract infection
• increased urination
• thirst
• dizziness
• low blood pressure
• nausea
• constipation

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 Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Risk of dehydration and low blood pressure (especially in elderly, on diuretics); genital mycotic infections and UTIs; rare but serious ketoacidosis (seek urgent care for nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, rapid breathing); monitor kidney function—use with caution in renal impairment and avoid if severe renal dysfunction as advised by doctor; risk of hypoglycaemia when combined with insulin/sulfonylureas; stop temporarily during major surgery/acute serious illness or prolonged fasting as advised; not for type 1 diabetes.

Do not take Dapawalf 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 risk), antihypertensives (additive BP lowering), lithium (levels may change with diuresis), other SGLT2 inhibitors (duplication)

How to store Dapawalf 10 mg Tablet

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

Expert advice for Dapawalf 10 mg 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:

WALFS PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

SGLT2 inhibitor (sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor)