Pregnancy interaction

Dapagliflozin 5 mg, a drug used to regulate blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, is in DAPAFORD-5 Tablets.

There is not much information about how safe it is to use dapagliflozin during pregnancy.

Animal studies have indicated possible impacts on renal development in the developing fetus; hence, it is advised against during pregnancy, particularly in the second and third trimesters.

Women considering pregnancy or who become pregnant while taking this drug should visit their doctor promptly.

Not suggested when breastfeeding because the medicine could go into breast milk and hurt the baby's kidneys.

FAQs for Medicine?

Q1: What does the DAPAFORD-5 Tablet do?

It helps persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus keep their blood sugar levels in check, especially when diet and exercise aren't enough.

Q2. Is it okay to use DAPAFORD-5 with type 1 diabetes?

No. It is not good for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Q3. Can I use it with other diabetes medicines?

If your doctor says it's okay, you can take it with other diabetes medications like metformin, glimepiride, or insulin.

Q4. Is it safe to use while pregnant?

No, you shouldn't use dapagliflozin while pregnant unless your doctor tells you to.

Q5. Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking DAPAFORD-5?

Stay away from alcohol because it could make you more likely to get low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) or dehydration.

Expert advice

• Drink enough water because dapagliflozin makes you urinate more and could make you dehydrated.
• Check your blood sugar often and eat what your doctor tells you to.
• Avoid utilizing in people with severe renal or liver problems.
• This prescription can make you more likely to get urinary and genital infections, so make sure to keep your genitals clean.
• If you discover that you are urinating painfully, itching in your genitals, or feeling unusually weary, tell your doctor right away.
• Don't stop taking your medicine all of a sudden without a doctor's help.

Side Effects

• More frequent urination
• Infection of the urinary tract (UTI)
• Yeast infection in the genitals (itching, discharge)
• Being thirsty or dehydrated
• Low blood pressure, especially when standing
• Nausea or a little headache
• Serious side effects (uncommon):
• Ketoacidosis (symptoms: nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, and confusion)
• Hypoglycemia (when used with other diabetes medications)
• Kidney ailment that comes on suddenly
• If you are very dehydrated, faint, or have trouble breathing, get treatment right away.

How It Works

• Dapagliflozin stops the SGLT2 (Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2) from working.
• It works by stopping the kidneys from reabsorbing glucose, which makes the body get rid of extra sugar through urine.
• This helps drop blood sugar levels, lose weight, and somewhat lower blood pressure.

Medicines interaction

• Diuretics, also called water pills, make you more likely to get dehydrated.
• Insulin or sulfonylureas (such as glimepiride) can make blood sugar levels too low.
• ACE inhibitors and ARBs are blood pressure drugs that can lower blood pressure.
• Lithium: Dapagliflozin may raise lithium levels.
• Alcohol increases the chances of dehydration and low blood sugar.
• Always tell your doctor about any herbal products, vitamins, or pharmaceuticals you take.

How To Use

• Take one pill every day, ideally in the morning, with or without breakfast.
• Do not crush or chew; just swallow it whole with water.
• Keep taking it, even if you feel OK. Stopping suddenly could make your blood sugar levels go up.
• For the best results, stick to the food and exercise plan that was given to you.

Uses/Indications

• Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus—to help keep blood sugar levels under control.
• Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF)—to lower the risk of hospitalization (if indicated).
• Chronic kidney disease (CKD) helps diabetic patients keep their kidneys working well.