Dapagliflozin + Gliclazide

Uses

Dapagliflozin and Gliclazide are used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How it Works

How Dapagliflozin and Gliclazide Work Dapagliflozin and Gliclazide is a combination of two antidiabetic medications. Dapagliflozin lowers blood sugar by prompting the kidneys to excrete more glucose in the urine. Gliclazide enhances the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas. Insulin reduces blood sugar by assisting cells in using and storing glucose.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Dapagliflozin and Gliclazide include hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), urinary tract infection, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, and constipation.

Expert Advice

Continue to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy diet.
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medication.
Be aware that this medicine can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) when used with other antidiabetic medications, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following:
- Deep or rapid breathing
- Persistent nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
Dapagliflozin + Gliclazide may cause a rare but serious condition called lactic acidosis, which is characterized by an excess of lactic acid in the blood.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly.
Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms such as:
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of appetite
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)