Daprica M Tablet : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Daprica M Tablet Benefits & Uses

Daprica M Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Diabetes Type 2

Daprica M Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Daprica M Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Daprica M Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Daprica M Tablet has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Daprica M Tablet without medical advice.
Is the use of Daprica M Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Daprica M Tablet in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Daprica M Tablet on the Kidneys?

Daprica M Tablet can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Daprica M Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Daprica M Tablet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Daprica M Tablet on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Daprica M Tablet on heart. So it is not known whether taking Daprica M Tablet will cause side effects on heart or not.

Severe Interaction of Daprica M Tablet with Other Drugs

Daprica M Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Diatrizoic Acid

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Amiloride

Digoxin

Morphine

Quinidine

Ranitidine

Vancomycin

Triamterene

Chlorpropamide

Insulin Aspart

Tolbutamide

Repaglinide

Glipizide

Glimepiride

Gliclazide

Daprica M Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daprica M Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Anemia
Shock
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Bladder Cancer
Kidney Disease
High Lipoprotein
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Daprica M Tablet

Is this Daprica M Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Daprica M Tablet is addictive.

Daprica M Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Daprica M Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Daprica M Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daprica M Tablet

Consuming Daprica M Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Frequently asked Questions about Daprica M Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Daprica M Tablet?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Daprica M Tablet contain metformin, is an oral antidiabetic drug which belongs to the class of biguanide. It is the first-line medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, particularly in people who are overweight. It is also used in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. Moreover, it also reduces the risk of cardiovascular complications of diabetes.

Question over 4 years ago

How does Daprica M Tablet increase lactic acidosis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Lactic acidosis associated with Daprica M Tablet treatment is a rare but fatal adverse effect. Lactic acidosis appears to result from biguanide interference causing an increase in production and decrease in clearance of lactate leading to higher cellular lactate levels. A decrease in pyruvate carboxylase activity, the rate-limiting enzyme in the formation of glucose from lactate, can also decrease hepatic metabolism of lactate. leading to increasing lactic acidosis. Signs and symptoms of Daprica M Tablet induced lactic acidosis are nonspecific and include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, altered level of consciousness, hyperpnoea, abdominal pain, and thirst.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Daprica M Tablet cause sweating?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Daprica M Tablet can cause night sweat, the exact mechanism of sweating is not known. But some research suggests that Daprica M Tablet causes hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) especially at night which can cause night sweats. Need to monitor your blood glucose level regularly, and talk to your doctor as your dose of Daprica M Tablet may need to be adjusted.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Daprica M Tablet with statin?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Daprica M Tablet can be taken with the statin. There is no serious or harmful interaction have been observed between them. Some studies say that it's possible your blood sugar (blood glucose) level may increase when you take a statin, which may lead to developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is small but important enough that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning on statin labels regarding blood glucose levels and diabetes.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Daprica M Tablet cause stomach ulcers?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Daprica M Tablet commonly cause stomach upset like diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. To avoid these side effects you should take Daprica M Tablet with your meal and increase the dose gradually.