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Dapifin Tablet
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Dapagliflozin
Manufacturer : MEDIART LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
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Introduction to Dapifin Tablet
Dapifin Tablet is an antidiabetic drug in the category of sodium-glucose cotransport-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, containing the active ingredient Dapagliflozin. It mainly treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients above 18 years and older. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterised by increased blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). This drug is also approved for treating heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) in adults. It helps to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of hospitalisation for heart failure.
This drug mainly helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. It is always taken in combination with diet and exercise. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine with other antidiabetic medications when your blood sugar is high and uncontrolled. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Dapifin Tablet or any of its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you get urinary tract infections because this medicine may cause UTI. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18.
Your doctor will check for kidney function at least once every year or more frequently while you are taking this medicine. If you experience nausea, vomiting, fever, or cannot eat or drink while taking Dapifin Tablet, it is important to inform your doctor. These conditions can lead to dehydration, and your doctor may advise temporarily discontinuing the medication until you have recovered. When taking this drug, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can occur even if blood sugar levels are normal. If you suspect you have symptoms of DKA, it is necessary to contact your doctor or go to the nearest hospital without delay.
Uses of Dapifin Tablet
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Heart Failure
Therapeutic Effects of Dapifin Tablet
Dapifin Tablet reduces glucose reabsorption and lowers the renal threshold for glucose. It mainly works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine and lowering the sugar in your blood.
Interaction of Dapifin Tablet with other drugs
Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Dapifin Tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Dapifin Tablet
- Store Dapifin Tablet in a room temperature (20°C to 25°C)
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets
How to consume Dapifin Tablet
Take the Dapifin Tablet as advised by your physician. Do not chew or break the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.
Safety Advices for Dapifin Tablet
Pregnancy
Do not take Dapifin Tablet if you are pregnant because this may harm the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Dapifin Tablets because it is unknown whether the medicine passes into the breast milk and may harm your baby.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Dapifin Tablet is safe for lung disease patients. Inform your physician if you have any lung diseases before initiating the therapy.
Liver
Dapifin Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have liver diseases before initiating the treatment.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapifin Tablet. Inform your doctor about your drinking habits.
Driving
Dapifin tablets are not known to cause drowsiness or impair driving ability, so they are generally considered safe for use while driving or operating machinery.
Side Effects of Dapifin Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Urinary tract infection
- Angioedema
- Necrotising fasciitis of the perineum
Common
- Genital infection (thrush) of your penis or vagina (signs may include irritation, itching, unusual discharge, or odour)
- Back pain
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Urgency in urination
- Excessive thirst
Word of Advice
Dapifin Tablet can increase urination, possibly leading to dehydration if not compensated for by adequate fluid intake. Drink plenty of water often to stay well hydrated. This drug causes genital yeast infections in both males and females. Practice good hygiene, including regular washing and cleaning of the genital area, to reduce the risk of infections. Limit the intake of sugary foods, processed snacks, and high-fat meals.
FAQs
Q 1. Can Dapifin Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Dapifin Tablet can cause weight loss in some individuals. One of the effects of Dapifin Tablet is the excretion of excess glucose in the urine. It leads to a loss of calories and can contribute to weight reduction.
Q 2. Can Dapifin Tablet be used in people with kidney problems?
Dapifin Tablets should be used with caution in individuals with kidney problems. The dose adjustments can be made based on kidney function. It is important to inform your physician about any existing kidney issues or changes in kidney function before taking this drug.
Q 3. How does the Dapifin Tablet help control blood sugar levels?
Dapifin Tablet works by inhibiting glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, increasing glucose excretion in the urine, and lowering blood sugar levels. It helps to improve glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes.
Q 4. Can you take a Dapifin Tablet twice a day?
Your doctor will decide the medicine's dose, strength, and frequency based on your blood sugar levels and other factors. Take the Dapifin Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
Q 5. Is Dapifin Tablet used for type 1 diabetes?
Dapifin Tablet is not approved for use in type 1 diabetes. It is specifically indicated for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Q 6. How does Dapifin Tablet work?
Dapifin Tablet reduces glucose reabsorption and lowers the renal threshold for glucose. It works by removing excess glucose from your body via your urine and lowering the sugar in your blood.
Fact Box of Dapifin Tablet
Molecule name: Dapagliflozin | Therapeutic class: Antidiabetic agent |
Pharmacological class: Sodium-glucose cotransport-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor | Indications: 1. Type 2 diabetes mellitus 2. Heart Failure |
References
- AstraZeneca UK Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Nov 2022], [Accessed on 15th June 2023] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.7607.pdf
- Dapagliflozin- food and drug administration (FDA). [Revised on May 2020], [Accessed on 15th June 2023] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2020/202293s020lbl.pdf
- AstraZeneca AB, European Medicines Agency (EMA), [Accessed on 15th June 2023], https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/forxiga-epar-product-information_en.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Hormones and related drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 278.
- Bertram.G.Katzung, Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, Pancreatic Hormones & Antidiabetic Drugs, 14th edition, 2017, 763.
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