About Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER
Baxodap-M 10/500 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. Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER may be taken with food. Take it at the same time every day; this will help you remember to take it. Your doctor will decide the dose. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea and urinary tract infection. Drinking plenty of fluids while using it will help prevent dehydration. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection, or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it, as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
Uses of Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
How to use Baxodap-M 10/500 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. Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER should be taken with or after food.
How Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER works
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Metformin works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from the intestines, and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
Side effects of Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Diarrhea
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Urinary tract infection
- Genital fungal infection
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 30°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Safety advice
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Frequently asked questions
What is Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER used for?
Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER is used to help control blood sugar levels in adults and children over 10 years old with type 2 diabetes. It also helps lower the risk of kidney disease progression, heart failure hospitalization, and certain heart-related deaths in people with diabetes or chronic kidney disease.
Can Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER be used for type 1 diabetes?
No, Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER is not recommended for people with type 1 diabetes because it may increase the risk of serious complications like diabetic ketoacidosis.
Who should not take Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER?
People should not take Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER if they have severe kidney problems, metabolic acidosis (such as diabetic ketoacidosis), or if they are allergic to dapagliflozin, metformin, or any ingredients in the medicine.
What symptoms of lactic acidosis should I watch for during Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER treatment?
During Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER treatment, seek medical help immediately if you feel unusually weak, very tired, short of breath, dizzy, have stomach pain, muscle aches, slow or irregular heartbeat, or sudden sleepiness. These may be signs of lactic acidosis.
Can Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER cause dehydration?
Yes, Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER can increase urination, which may lead to dehydration and low blood pressure, especially in older adults, people with kidney issues, or those taking water pills. Drink enough fluids and tell your doctor if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint.
Are urinary tract infections a risk with Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER?
Yes, Baxodap-M 10/500 Tablet ER increases sugar in urine, which can raise the risk of urinary tract infections and sometimes more serious kidney infections. Seek medical care if you have pain while urinating, fever, back pain, or cloudy urine.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
