Dapamade
Composition for Dapamade Products
Dapamade Products are primarily used for
Type 2 diabetes mellitusProducts for Dapamade
Dapamade 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹140.63
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About Dapamade Products
Dapamade Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dapamade are Genital fungal infection, Nausea, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Urinary tract infection, Polyuria, Increased appetite, Vomiting, Constipation.
How Dapamade Products work
Dapagliflozin is an antidiabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.
In Depth Information for Dapamade Products
- Dapamade is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- 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 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.
- It 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.
- Dapamade 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 Dapamade.
- Dapamade may also reduce weight and blood pressure.
- 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.
Patient Concerns about Dapamade Products
Frequently asked questions about Dapamade Products
Q. What is Dapamade 10mg Tablet used for?
Dapamade 10mg 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. Dapamade 10mg Tablet works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine. In addition to that, it can also help prevent heart disease.
Q. Is Dapamade 10mg Tablet safe to use?
Yes, Dapamade 10mg 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.
Q. Does Dapamade 10mg Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Dapamade 10mg 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.
Q. What are the side effects of Dapamade 10mg Tablet?
The use of Dapamade 10mg 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.
Q. Can I stop taking Dapamade 10mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Dapamade 10mg 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.
Q. Who should not take Dapamade 10mg Tablet?
Patients allergic to Dapamade 10mg 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 Dapamade 10mg Tablet.
Q. Can I take Dapamade 10mg Tablet before surgery?
Inform your doctor that you are taking Dapamade 10mg Tablet before going for the surgery. The doctor may ask you to stop taking your Dapamade 10mg 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).
Q. Why did my doctor prescribe Dapamade 10mg Tablet along with metformin?
For some people, taking metformin alone can effectively lower blood sugar levels. But, evidence suggests that adding Dapamade 10mg 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 Dapamade 10mg Tablet to provide the extra help you need.