Description
Description
This page contains brief details about the drug dapagliflozin,metformin, it’s indication, dosage & administaration, mechanism of action, related brands with strength, warnings and common side effects.
Date of Approval
Dapagliflozin + Metformin is an anti-diabetic drug. Dapagliflozin belongs to the group of medications called sodium-glucose co-transporter. Metformin belongs to the class of medications called biguanides. FDA approved this medicine on October 30, 2014, for its medical use.
Mechanism of Action of Dapagliflozin+Metformin
Dapagliflozin reduces glucose reabsorption and lowers the renal threshold for glucose. It works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine and lowering the sugar in your blood. Metformin primarily decreases hepatic glucose production and decreases intestinal absorption of glucose. It works mainly by inhibiting glucose production in the liver.
Uses of Dapagliflozin+Metformin
Dapagliflozin + Metformin is available as a tablet. It treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients aged 18 years and older. This combination of medicines is taken by mouth (orally).
Dapagliflozin+Metformin Dosage available
It is an orally available prescription drug. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of dapagliflozin + metformin based on the blood sugar and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet at the same time with food. Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water.
