Xigduo
Composition for Xigduo Products
Products for Xigduo
Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet
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MRP₹524.06
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Xigduo 5mg/1000mg Tablet IR
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MRP₹372.1
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Xigduo XR 10mg/1000mg Tablet
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MRP₹542.81
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About Xigduo Products
Uses of Xigduo Products
Dapagliflozin+Metformin is used in the treatment of .
Xigduo Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Xigduo are Sore throat, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Runny nose, Urinary tract infection, Genital fungal infection, Headache.
How Xigduo Products work
Dapagliflozin + Metformin is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin + Metformin1 and Dapagliflozin + Metformin2. Dapagliflozin + Metformin1 works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Dapagliflozin + Metformin2 works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
In Depth Information for Xigduo Products
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone.
- 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 Xigduo.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Xigduo can cause urinary tract infection. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and practice good genital hygiene.
- It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
- It can 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 anxious feeling.
Patient Concerns about Xigduo Products
Frequently asked questions about Xigduo Products
Q. What is Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet used for?
Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is used to help control blood sugar levels in adults and children over 10 years old with type 2 diabetes. It also helps lower the risk of kidney disease progression, heart failure hospitalization, and certain heart-related deaths in people with diabetes or chronic kidney disease.
Q. Can Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet be used for type 1 diabetes?
No, Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended for people with type 1 diabetes because it may increase the risk of serious complications like diabetic ketoacidosis.
Q. Who should not take Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet?
People should not take Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet if they have severe kidney problems, metabolic acidosis (such as diabetic ketoacidosis), or if they are allergic to dapagliflozin, metformin, or any ingredients in the medicine.
Q. What symptoms of lactic acidosis should I watch for during Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet treatment?
During Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet treatment, seek medical help immediately if you feel unusually weak, very tired, short of breath, dizzy, have stomach pain, muscle aches, slow or irregular heartbeat, or sudden sleepiness. These may be signs of lactic acidosis.
Q. Can Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet cause dehydration?
Yes, Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet can increase urination, which may lead to dehydration and low blood pressure, especially in older adults, people with kidney issues, or those taking water pills. Drink enough fluids and tell your doctor if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint.
Q. Are urinary tract infections a risk with Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet?
Yes, Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet increases sugar in urine, which can raise the risk of urinary tract infections and sometimes more serious kidney infections. Seek medical care if you have pain while urinating, fever, back pain, or cloudy urine.
Q. Can Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet cause genital infections?
Yes, Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet may cause yeast infections in both men and women because it increases sugar in urine. Symptoms include itching, redness, swelling, or unusual discharge.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet?
Although rare, serious side effects of Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet may include a life-threatening infection called Fournier’s gangrene (infection of the area around the genitals). Signs include severe pain, swelling, fever, or redness in the genital or groin area. Immediate treatment is needed.
Q. Does Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet affect vitamin B12 levels?
Yes, long-term use of Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet can lower vitamin B12 levels, which may lead to anemia or nerve problems. Your doctor may check your blood regularly to monitor this.