Gluject 5mg Tablet

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Last updated on 08 Jan 2026 | 04:19 PM (IST)

Gluject 5mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes. This reduces the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease.

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General Information

Contains

Dapagliflozin (5mg)

Marketer

Abbott

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Product introduction

Gluject 5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of day, but you should try to take it at the same time every day. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. 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 part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effects of Gluject 5mg Tablet include nausea, fungal infection of the vagina, nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), and urinary tract infections. It may cause the body to lose too much water. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent the development of fungal infections in the genital area.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or 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 it, as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

Uses of Gluject Tablet

Controlling Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Gluject Tablet

Controlling Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Gluject 5mg Tablet is a medicine that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps get rid of extra glucose from your body through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level, you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes, such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed because it is protecting your future health.

Side effects of Gluject 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 Gluject

Nausea
Polyuria
Genital fungal infection
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Urinary tract infection

How to use Gluject 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. Gluject 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Gluject Tablet works

Gluject 5mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.

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Quick tips

Gluject 5mg Tablet may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration), or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
Gluject 5mg Tablet may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when taken with other antidiabetic medicines, with 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, tremors, and anxiety.
Gluject 5mg Tablet can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms, or unexplained nausea/vomiting.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gluject 5mg Tablet

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Gluject 5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Discontinue Gluject 5mg Tablet if pregnancy is detected.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Gluject 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CAUTION

Gluject 5mg 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

CAUTION

Gluject 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gluject 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
For patients with severe liver dysfunction, Gluject 5mg Tablet is not recommended.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Gluject with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Disopyramide (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as confusion, headache, nausea, dizziness or faintness and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Moderate

Asparaginase (Injection Route)

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Fenfluramine (Oral Route)

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Amiloride (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as excessive thirst, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, decreased urination or dry mouth and consult your doctor if you experience them.

Moderate

Amisulpride (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amisulpride may reduce the efficacy of Dapagliflozin.

Frequently asked questions

What is Gluject 5mg Tablet used for?

Gluject 5mg Tablet is used to lower blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the body is not able to use the produced insulin properly. This leads to an increase in the levels of sugar in your blood. Gluject 5mg Tablet works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine. In addition to that, it can also help prevent heart disease.

Is Gluject 5mg Tablet safe to use?

Yes, Gluject 5mg Tablet is safe when used as directed by the doctor. However, it may show some side effects. For best results, it should be used in the correct dose and at the same time each day.

Does Gluject 5mg Tablet cause weight loss?

Yes, Gluject 5mg Tablet may cause weight loss in some patients. However, it is an uncommon side effect. If you experience sudden weight gain or have any concerns regarding your weight, discuss it with your doctor.

What are the side effects of Gluject 5mg Tablet?

The use of Gluject 5mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, vaginal yeast infections, and yeast infections of the penis. In addition to that, one may experience frequent urination throughout the day or at night, and changes in the quantity of urine.

Can I stop taking Gluject 5mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Gluject 5mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first. Sudden discontinuation of medicine may make your diabetes worse. Inform your doctor if your symptoms bother you or if there is no considerable improvement in your condition. The doctor may suggest some other medicine that could be more effective in treating your diabetes.

Who should not take Gluject 5mg Tablet?

Patients allergic to Gluject 5mg Tablet should avoid using this medicine. Also, it is highly recommended that patients who are on dialysis or have severe kidney problems should not use Gluject 5mg Tablet.

Can I take Gluject 5mg Tablet before surgery?

Inform your doctor that you are taking Gluject 5mg Tablet before going for the surgery. The doctor may ask you to stop taking your Gluject 5mg Tablet tablets before your operation. This is done because there is a risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious condition that may develop if high blood sugar is not treated).

Why did my doctor prescribe Gluject 5mg Tablet along with metformin?

For some people, taking metformin alone can effectively lower blood sugar levels. But, evidence suggests that adding Gluject 5mg Tablet to metformin therapy may provide better control over the increased blood sugar levels in some people. So, maybe your doctor prescribed the combined use of metformin with Gluject 5mg Tablet to provide the extra help you need.

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Chemical Class

Phenolic glycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI DIABETIC

Action Class

Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors

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Address: 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Gluject Tablet

Benefits of Gluject Tablet

Side effects of Gluject Tablet

How to use Gluject Tablet

How Gluject Tablet works

All substitutes for Gluject 5mg Tablet

Dapaford 5 Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Disopyramide (Oral Route)

Asparaginase (Injection Route)

Fenfluramine (Oral Route)

Amiloride (Oral Route)

Amisulpride (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Gluject 5mg Tablet used for?

Is Gluject 5mg Tablet safe to use?

Does Gluject 5mg Tablet cause weight loss?

What are the side effects of Gluject 5mg Tablet?

Can I stop taking Gluject 5mg Tablet when I feel better?

Who should not take Gluject 5mg Tablet?

Can I take Gluject 5mg Tablet before surgery?

Why did my doctor prescribe Gluject 5mg Tablet along with metformin?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Glucose - Fasting Blood

Glucose - Postprandial Blood

Glycosylated Hemoglobin

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