Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Composition of Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Dapazia 5 mg Tablet contains Dapagliflozin 5 mg. It belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor (sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor) class of medicines.

Uses of Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (as an adjunct to diet and exercise) to improve glycaemic control; may also be used in eligible patients to reduce risk of heart failure hospitalization and for chronic kidney disease as per prescriber advice.

Key benefits

• Lowers blood glucose in type 2 diabetes
• Promotes mild weight loss
• May reduce blood pressure slightly
• Provides cardio-renal benefits in eligible patients

How Dapazia 5 mg Tablet works

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

How to take Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily, at the same time each day, with or without food. Maintain adequate hydration; 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 Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

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

• Increased urination
• urinary tract infection
• genital fungal infection (thrush)
• thirst
• dizziness
• low blood pressure
• 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 Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Risk of genital mycotic infections and urinary tract infections; seek care for fever, flank pain, burning urination. Can cause dehydration/low BP—use caution in elderly, on diuretics, or with low BP. Rare risk of ketoacidosis (may occur even with normal sugars): stop and seek urgent care if nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rapid breathing, or unusual fatigue. Monitor kidney function; use caution/avoid in severe renal impairment as advised by doctor. May increase risk of hypoglycaemia when used with insulin/sulfonylureas; dose adjustment may be needed.

Do not take Dapazia 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 levels), nephrotoxic agents/NSAIDs (may worsen renal function in dehydration)

How to store Dapazia 5 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Dapazia 5 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:

STATURE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

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