Description
xXiga-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg contains dapagliflozin and metformin. Dapagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that lowers blood sugar by increasing glucose loss in the urine. It is used for type 2 diabetes and is also prescribed for heart failure and chronic kidney disease. Metformin is a biguanide, the most widely used first-line medicine for type 2 diabetes. It reduces glucose production by the liver and improves the body's response to insulin.
How to use
Take with or just after meals to reduce stomach upset. Extended-release tablets should be swallowed whole. Always follow the dose and directions given by your doctor or pharmacist and read the leaflet inside the pack.
Possible side effects
- Urinary tract infections
- Genital yeast infections
- Increased urination
- Back pain
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach upset
Tell your doctor if side effects are severe or do not go away.
Warnings and precautions
- This is a prescription medicine. Use it only under the supervision of a doctor.
- Drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration.
- Seek urgent care for symptoms of ketoacidosis such as nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain.
- Tell your doctor about kidney problems; metformin may need to be paused before X-ray contrast scans or surgery.
- Avoid heavy alcohol use.
- Long-term use can lower vitamin B12 levels.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney or liver problems, and about all other medicines you take.
Storage
Store as directed on the pack, away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions
What is Xiga-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg used for?
Xiga-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg contains dapagliflozin and metformin. Dapagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that lowers blood sugar by increasing glucose loss in the urine. Metformin is a biguanide, the most widely used first-line medicine for type 2 diabetes.
Do I need a prescription for Xiga-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg?
Yes. It is a prescription medicine and is dispensed only against a valid prescription from a registered doctor.
What are the common side effects of Xiga-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg?
Common side effects include urinary tract infections, genital yeast infections, increased urination, back pain. Not everyone gets them; tell your doctor if they are severe or persistent.
Are there other brands with the same ingredients?
Yes. Medicine Online also stocks Dapa-Met Xr Tablets 10/1000Mg, Dapa-Met Tablets 5Mg+850Mg, Daplyza-M Tablets 5Mg+850Mg, Daplozmet Tablet 5Mg/850Mg, Xiga Met Tablets 5/850Mg. Switch brands only on your doctor's or pharmacist's advice.
Product information is prepared by the Medicine Online pharmacy team under the medical oversight of Dr. Farhan Rashid Abbasi. It is for general guidance and does not replace advice from your own doctor or pharmacist.
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