Description
Dapazin-5mg (Dapagliflozin) is a prescription medication designed to manage type 2 diabetes and associated conditions by inhibiting the SGLT2 protein in the kidneys. This action removes excess glucose from the body via urine.
Key Product Details
- Active Ingredient: Dapagliflozin 5 mg.
- Pharmaceutical Form: Film-coated tablet (often yellow, round, biconvex).
- Action Class: Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors.
Uses
- Type 2 Diabetes: Used in combination with diet and exercise to improve glycemic control.
- Heart Failure: Used to reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure in adults.
- Chronic Kidney Disease: Used to reduce the risk of worsening kidney disease.
Dosage and Administration
- Dosage: Generally, 5 mg taken orally once daily.
- Administration: Can be taken with or without food, typically at the same time every day.
- Note: Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet.
Warnings and Side Effects
- Common Side Effects: Genital fungal infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), increased urination, and back pain.
- Serious Risks: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), dehydration, and hypotension.
- Contraindications: Not for use in patients with type 1 diabetes, severe renal impairment (eGFR < 45-60 mL/min/1.73 m²), or those with hypersensitivity to the ingredients.
- Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Storage
- Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C).
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