Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
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dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet

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Marketer

Alvio Pharma

SALT COMPOSITION

Dapagliflozin (10mg) + Sitagliptin (100mg)

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Product introduction

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in the proper utilization of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar level.

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of day, but try to take it at the same time every day. The dose will be decided by your doctor, and don’t stop taking it without consulting them. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only a part of the treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effects of dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet include urinary tract infection, nasal congestion, sore throat, and upper respiratory tract infection. Drinking plenty of fluids while using it will help prevent dehydration. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems, a urinary tract infection, or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking this drug, as this may increase the risk of some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

Uses of dapCARD S Tablet

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of dapCARD S Tablet

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body cannot properly use or make enough insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet helps lower blood sugar by removing excess sugar through urine and supporting the body’s natural insulin function. It helps improve blood sugar control, reduces diabetes-related complications, and supports overall health management.

Side effects of dapCARD S Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of dapCARD S

Vaginal yeast infection
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Urinary tract infection
Upper respiratory tract infection
Headache

How to use dapCARD S Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How dapCARD S Tablet works

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medications. Dapagliflozin increases urinary glucose excretion and reduces blood glucose levels. Sitagliptin reduces the amount of glucose produced by the liver by raising insulin levels and decreasing the levels of glucagon (the hormone that increases blood glucose levels).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.

Kidney

UNSAFE

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.

Liver

CAUTION

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take dapCARD S Tablet?

If you miss a dose of dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
It also reduces the risk of heart attack, heart failure, or other cardiovascular events.
You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet.
It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration), or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool, pale skin, tremor, and anxiety.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms, or unexplained nausea/vomiting.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI DIABETIC

FAQs

What is dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet used for?

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet is used for adults with type 2 diabetes when sugar control is not good enough with a single medicine alone. It helps lower high blood sugar, along with diet and exercise.

Is dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet for type 1 diabetes?

No. dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet should not be used in type 1 diabetes (the body makes no insulin), and it is not for treating diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

What serious warnings should I know upfront during dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet treatment?

You should reach out to a doctor immediately if you get signs of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), like fast, deep breathing, stomach pain, vomiting, extreme thirst, unusual sleepiness, confusion, rapid weight loss, or a sweet smell on breath, urine, or sweat. This can happen even if blood sugar is not very high.

Can dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet increase the risk of infections?

Yes. dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet can raise the chance of urinary tract infection (UTI) and genital yeast infection (thrush). Get help for fever, chills, burning when passing urine, back/side pain, or genital itching, discharge, or odor.

What is Fournier’s gangrene, and why is it related to dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet use?

Fournier’s gangrene can occur during dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet use. It is a rare but serious infection of the area between the genitals and the anus. Get urgent care for pain, redness, swelling in that area with fever, or feeling unwell, because it needs immediate treatment.

Can dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet cause pancreatitis (inflamed pancreas)?

Yes. Pancreatitis has been reported with dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet. Seek help for severe, persistent stomach pain that may extend to the back, with nausea, or vomiting.

Can dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?

dapCARD S 10mg/100mg Tablet can cause low blood sugar when taken with other sugar‑lowering medicines like sulfonylureas or insulin. Symptoms of low blood sugar include shaking, sweating, hunger, fast heartbeat, headache, vision changes, mood change, or confusion. Your doctor may lower the dose of the other medicines to reduce this risk.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Alvio Pharma

Address: Signature-2 Business Park Sanand - Sarkhej Road, Sarkhej Cir, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382210

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: November, 2027

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