About Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medicine is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps in the proper utilization of insulin, thereby lowering the blood sugar level. Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of day, but try to take it at the same time every day. The dose will be decided by your doctor, and don’t stop taking it without consulting them. 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 a part of the treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. The most common side effects of Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet include urinary tract infection, nasal congestion, sore throat, and upper respiratory 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, 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 this drug, as this may increase the risk of some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
Uses of Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet
- Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
How to use Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet
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. Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet works
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medications. Dapagliflozin increases urinary glucose excretion and reduces blood glucose levels. Sitagliptin reduces the amount of glucose produced by the liver by raising insulin levels and decreasing the levels of glucagon (the hormone that increases blood glucose levels).
Side effects of Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet
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:
- Vaginal yeast infection
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Urinary tract infection
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Headache
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet, 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 Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet 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.
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet used for?
Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet is used for adults with type 2 diabetes when sugar control is not good enough with a single medicine alone. It helps lower high blood sugar, along with diet and exercise.
Is Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet for type 1 diabetes?
No. Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet should not be used in type 1 diabetes (the body makes no insulin), and it is not for treating diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
What serious warnings should I know upfront during Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet treatment?
You should reach out to a doctor immediately if you get signs of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), like fast, deep breathing, stomach pain, vomiting, extreme thirst, unusual sleepiness, confusion, rapid weight loss, or a sweet smell on breath, urine, or sweat. This can happen even if blood sugar is not very high.
Can Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet increase the risk of infections?
Yes. Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet can raise the chance of urinary tract infection (UTI) and genital yeast infection (thrush). Get help for fever, chills, burning when passing urine, back/side pain, or genital itching, discharge, or odor.
What is Fournier’s gangrene, and why is it related to Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet use?
Fournier’s gangrene can occur during Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet use. It is a rare but serious infection of the area between the genitals and the anus. Get urgent care for pain, redness, swelling in that area with fever, or feeling unwell, because it needs immediate treatment.
Can Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet cause pancreatitis (inflamed pancreas)?
Yes. Pancreatitis has been reported with Dapanorm Duo 5mg/50mg Tablet. Seek help for severe, persistent stomach pain that may extend to the back, with nausea, or vomiting.
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.
