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Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

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Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets Description

Xigduo Xr Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication that is used for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus along with diet and exercise in adults. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a condition in which you

r pancreas does not make enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels under control and your body is also unable to use its insulin adequately. This causes high blood sugar levels in your body, which can cause medical problems like heart disease, kidney disease, blindness, and poor blood flow in your hands and legs. The active ingredients in Xigduo Xr Tablet are a combination of dapagliflozin and metformin. It is to be used only in adults aged 18 years and older. Take this medicine exactly as recommended by your doctor. You must exercise regularly and have a balanced diet while taking this medicine for adequate control of your blood sugar levels.

Product Summary

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Contains	Dapagliflozin(10.0 Mg) + Metformin Hydrochloride(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Side effects	Low blood sugar levels, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite
Therapy	ANTI-DIABETIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Xigduo Xr Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication that is used to treat Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults along with diet and exercise.

Contraindications of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

If you are allergic to dapagliflozin, metformin or any other ingredient of Xigduo Xr Tablet.
If you have kidney disease or liver disease.
If you drink alcohol or alcohol-containing beverages excessively or regularly.
If you had a heart attack, shock, breathing problems or any other disease which may reduce the amount of oxygen supplied to the body tissues.
If you have very low/very high blood sugar levels, diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious complication of diabetes) or lactic acidosis.
If you have a severe infection or are dehydrated.

Side effects of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Low blood sugar levels
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Loss of appetite

Precautions and Warnings of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take Xigduo Xr Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the use of Xigduo Xr Tablet in pregnancy. This medicine should not be used in pregnancy unless recommended by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Xigduo Xr Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is no information if Xigduo Xr Tablet passes into human breast milk. Xigduo Xr Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Xigduo Xr Tablet?

Xigduo Xr Tablet has little or no influence on driving ability. If you experience any side effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Xigduo Xr Tablet?

No, alcohol should not be consumed with Xigduo Xr Tablet as this may increase the risk of lactic acidosis.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have type 1 diabetes (where your body does not produce any insulin). This medicine should not be used in such cases.
You have diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious complication of diabetes) or develop symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis like rapid weight loss, nausea, vomiting, excessive thirst, difficulty in breathing, un...
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You develop symptoms of lactic acidosis like vomiting, stomach pain, muscle cramps, a general feeling of being unwell, difficulty breathing, and low body temperature after taking this medicine.
You have heart or kidney disease.
You have very high sugar levels or other conditions like long persisting vomiting/diarrhoea which makes you dehydrated.
You have or had low blood pressure or take medicines to lower blood pressure.
You often get infections of the urinary tract.
You develop any kind of infection of the feet.
You develop symptoms of pain, tenderness, redness, irritation, itching, unusual discharge or odour, swelling of the genitals or the area between the genitals and anus with fever.
You are scheduled to have any major surgery soon.
You are taking medicines called bronchodilators to treat asthma (salbutamol) or corticosteroids to treat inflammation in asthma or arthritis (fluticasone, prednisone, celestone).

Mode of Action of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

How Does It Work?

Xigduo Xr Tablet contains dapagliflozin and metformin as its active ingredients.
Dapagliflozin blocks a certain protein in the kidneys called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT-2) that is responsible for the reabsorption of glucose (sugar) from the urine into the blood. This ca...
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Metformin decreases the production of glucose and also reduces its absorption in the body.
As a result, the level of blood sugar is reduced which helps to control Type 2 diabetes.

Directions for Use of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Take Xigduo Xr Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Interactions of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Xigduo Xr Tablet works or this Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
The use of this Tablet with diuretics (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) may increase the risk of dehydration and low blood pressure.
This medicine when used together with insulin and insulin secretagogues (sulphonylurea) may cause extremely low blood sugar levels.
Xigduo Xr Tablet should not be used if undergoing X-ray with a certain type of injectable dye called iodinated contrast agents and with medicines used to treat stomach acidity (cimetidine).
Particular care should be taken when using medicines to treat tuberculosis (rifampicin), high/abnormal cholesterol (simvastatin), immune system alteration (glucocorticoids), pain and fever (non-steroi...
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Storage and disposal of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Xigduo Xr 10mg/500mg Strip Of 7 Tablets

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose of Xigduo Xr Tablet include confusion, fruity-smelling breath, trouble breathing, and yellowing of the skin and eyes. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine,...

Missed a Dose

You should never miss your blood sugar medicines as it may lead to high blood sugar and symptoms associated with it. However, if you missed any dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. I...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take Xigduo Xr Tablet in pregnancy?

A: Xigduo Xr Tablet should not be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will recommend the best way to control your blood sugar while you are pregnant.

Q: Does Xigduo Xr Tablet increase the risk of genital thrush?

A: No, Xigduo Xr Tablet is not known to increase the risk of genital thrush.

Q: What is the composition of Xigduo Xr Tablet?

A: Xigduo Xr Tablet is composed of a combination of dapagliflozin and metformin as its active ingredients.

Q: What are some do's and don'ts for managing Type 2 diabetes mellitus?

A: Individuals with Type 2 diabetes mellitus should regularly check their blood sugar levels, stay hydrated, maintain a healthy weight, have an active lifestyle and eat a balanced diet. They should avoid alcohol intake, sedentary lifestyle and junk food.

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