Product introduction
Dapaford 5 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.
Dapaford 5 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 Dapaford 5 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 Dapaford Tablet
Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Benefits of Dapaford Tablet
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Dapaford 5 Tablet helps manage blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus by promoting the excretion of excess glucose through urine. It supports patients in maintaining a more balanced and active lifestyle. Over time, better blood sugar control helps reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications, making day-to-day life more manageable and improving overall well-being.
Side effects of Dapaford 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 Dapaford
Nausea
Polyuria
Genital fungal infection
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Urinary tract infection
How to use Dapaford 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. Dapaford 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Dapaford Tablet works
Dapaford 5 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.
Safety advice
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Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapaford 5 Tablet.
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Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dapaford 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dapaford 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
CAUTION
Dapaford 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dapaford 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dapaford 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Dapaford 5 Tablet is recommended.
For patients with severe liver dysfunction, Dapaford 5 Tablet is not recommended.
What if you forget to take Dapaford Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dapaford 5 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
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Dapaford 5 Tablet may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration), or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
Dapaford 5 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.
Dapaford 5 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenolic Glycosides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors
Interaction with drugs
Taking Dapaford with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Disopyramide (Oral Route) Severe
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.
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Asparaginase (Injection Route) Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
Fenfluramine (Oral Route) Moderate
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
Amiloride (Oral Route) Moderate
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 yo... More
Amisulpride (Oral Route) Moderate
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 Dapaglif... More