DAPASMART 10 (10mg Dapagliflozin)

Product Information

DAPASMART 10mg Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control high blood sugar levels and lowers the risk of serious complications of diabetes, including kidney damage, eye damage, and heart disease.

This medicine can be taken with or without food at any time of day, but it is best to take it at the same time daily. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor, as uncontrolled diabetes may lead to serious complications such as kidney failure or blindness.

DAPASMART is only one part of a complete treatment plan. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight management are also important to achieve the best results.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

DAPASMART is prescribed to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, either alone or in combination with other antidiabetic medicines, to:

• Improve blood sugar control.
• Reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes and established heart disease.

Uses

• Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Benefits

• Helps lower high blood sugar by removing excess glucose through urine.
• Reduces risk of serious complications of diabetes, such as kidney damage, nerve damage, vision loss, and limb complications.
• Provides cardiovascular protection in patients with type 2 diabetes who already have heart disease.
• Supports better long-term health outcomes when used regularly with lifestyle measures.

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Take at the same time every day.
• Do not stop without medical advice.
• Continue with diet, exercise, and weight management as recommended by your doctor.
• Monitor blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

Other Uses

Not applicable.

⚠️ Special Note on Dehydration and Infections
This medicine may increase the risk of:

• Urinary tract infections.
• Genital fungal infections.
• Dehydration due to excess water loss.

Drink plenty of fluids and maintain good hygiene to reduce these risks.

Special Precautions

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems.
• Tell your doctor if you currently have, or are prone to, urinary tract infections.
• Inform your doctor if you are taking water tablets (diuretics), as this may increase dehydration risk.
• Avoid excessive alcohol intake, which may increase side effects.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Genital fungal infections.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Nasopharyngitis (throat and nasal inflammation).
• Increased urination.
• Dehydration symptoms such as thirst, dizziness, or dry mouth.

Seek medical advice if these persist or worsen.

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use expired medication.
• Dispose of unused tablets safely, following local regulations or pharmacy guidance.

Emergency Guidance

• Seek emergency medical help if you experience severe dehydration, dizziness, fainting, or signs of urinary infection (fever, burning urination, back pain).
• Report serious allergic reactions such as swelling, rash, or difficulty breathing immediately.
• In case of overdose, seek urgent medical attention.