Dapagliflozin Benefits & Uses

Dapagliflozin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Dapagliflozin 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
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: May increase dose up to 10 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: May increase dose up to 10 mg once daily

Dapagliflozin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dapagliflozin is used -

Severe

Urinary tract infection

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Confusion
Tachycardia
Depression

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Weight gain
Dry Mouth
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Dapagliflozin Related Warnings

Is the use of Dapagliflozin safe for pregnant women?

Dapagliflozin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Dapagliflozin safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dapagliflozin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dapagliflozin will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dapagliflozin on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Dapagliflozin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dapagliflozin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dapagliflozin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dapagliflozin on the Heart?

Side effects of Dapagliflozin on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Dapagliflozin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Dapagliflozin Contraindications

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

Bladder Cancer
Kidney Disease
High Lipoprotein
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Dapagliflozin

Is this Dapagliflozin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dapagliflozin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Dapagliflozin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Dapagliflozin only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Dapagliflozin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dapagliflozin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dapagliflozin

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dapagliflozin and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dapagliflozin

Consuming Dapagliflozin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe