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Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER
Prescription Required
Introduction of Dapacose-M Tablet ER
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER is a combination of two medicines used 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.
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER1 and Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER2.
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER1 and Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER2.
Uses of Dapacose-M Tablet ER
Benefits of Dapacose-M Tablet ER
In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER 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. This medicine will reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if you have type 2 diabetes and already have cardiovascular disease.
Taking this medicine regularly along with 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.
Taking this medicine regularly along with 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 Dapacose-M Tablet ER
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 Dapacose-M
- Sore throat
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
- Runny nose
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Genital fungal infection
How to use Dapacose-M Tablet ER
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. Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Dapacose-M Tablet ER
- 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 Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER.
- Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach.
- Dapacose-M 5 Forte Tablet ER 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Patient concerns
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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