Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER belongs to the class of antidiabetic drugs, primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus with a proper diet and exercise. Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER also lowers the risk of heart failure in type 2 diabetic patients with heart diseases. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar levels. It occurs when the insulin (a hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreas) is resistant in breaking the glucose to produce energy (insulin resistance) or the pancreas (an organ behind the stomach) produces little or no insulin at all. Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER is not indicated for use in type 1 diabetes.
Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER is composed of two antidiabetic medicines, namely: Metformin and Dapagliflozin. Metformin belongs to the class of biguanides and manages blood sugar levels, particularly in obese patients. It exhibits a nonpancreatic effect to reduce blood glucose levels without increasing insulin secretion. Dapagliflozin belongs to the class of gliflozins. It works by reducing blood sugar levels by eliminating excess sugars from the body through urine.
Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar); hence it is advised to make healthy food with enough calories and avoid heavy exercise. Do not take or stop this medicine, if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Before starting Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of heart, kidney, or liver diseases, breathing problems, blood disorders, dehydration, alcohol use, low blood pressure, and yeast infection of the genitals. It is advised to avoid your alcohol intake while using Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER to decrease the risk of lactic acidosis. Dapacose-M 10 Forte Tablet ER is not recommended for use during the second or third trimester of pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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