Dapagliflozin Propanediol

Dapagliflozin Propanediol Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Trade Name Dapagliflozin Propanediol
Generic Dapagliflozin Propanediol
Type
Therapeutic Class Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors
Manufacturer
Available Country Bangladesh
Last Updated: September 24, 2024 at 5:38 am
Dapagliflozin Propanediol
Dapagliflozin Propanediol

Uses

Dapagliflozin is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Dosage

Dapagliflozin Propanediol dosage

5 mg orally once a day.May increase to 10 mg orally once a day in patients tolerating therapy with 5 mg and requiring additional glycemic control

Side Effects

Renal impairment, Female genital mycotic infections, Urinary tract infection, Increased urination, Male genital mycotic infections, Dyslipidemia, Constipation, Discomfort with urination, Extremity pain, Volume depletion, Hypersensitivity

Precaution

CV disease, history of hypotension, UTI, Children, Elderly. Unknown whether distributed in human breast milk; breastfeeding women should discontinue dapagliflozin or nursing taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother

Interaction

Hypoglycemia may occur with concomitant use with insulin & insulin secretagogues eg sulfonylureas. Decrease in Cmax & AUC with rifampin. Increase in Cmax & AUC with mefenamic acid. Increased thiazide & loop diuretic effects; may increase risk of dehydration & hypotension. Pioglitazone.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use

Pregnancy Category-C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to dapagliflozin propanediol or to any of the excipients. Moderate to severe renal impairment; end-stage renal disease; active bladder cancer. Pregnancy (2nd & 3rd trimester) & lactation.

Special Warning

Renal Impairment: No dosage adjustment is indicated based on renal function. The efficacy is dependent on renal function. lt is not recommended for use in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment (patients with CrCI <60 mL/min or eGFR <60 mL/min/1.73 m2).

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