Dapozin 5 mg (Dapagliflozin)

Adult dose

This medication can be taken orally once daily at any time, regardless of food intake. The tablet should be swallowed whole.

Child dose

The efficacy and safety of Dapagliflozin in children under 18 years of age have not been established; there are no related data.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, it should not be used in patients with allergies to the active ingredient or excipients, type 1 diabetes patients, those with diabetic ketoacidosis, patients with lactose intolerance or genetic metabolic disorders, and those undergoing dialysis. Additionally, caution should be exercised in patients with reduced fluid volume or poor kidney function. This medication can lower blood pressure and may pose a risk of acute kidney injury, so kidney function and fluid status should be closely monitored before and during treatment. It is best not to initiate this medication in patients with severely reduced kidney function. While taking this medication, side effects such as genital infections, urinary tract infections, hypoglycemia, dehydration, and diabetic ketoacidosis may occur, so symptoms should be closely observed. In particular, genital infections may occur more frequently in women, and hypoglycemia may occur more often when used with other diabetes medications such as insulin or sulfonylureas. Diabetic ketoacidosis may develop even when blood sugar levels are not high, so if symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, or difficulty breathing occur, it is important to consult a healthcare professional promptly. This medication may affect kidney function, which can lead to elevated creatinine levels; these changes are usually temporary but require monitoring. Additionally, there is a rare risk of severe infections like necrotizing fasciitis, so if there is pain, swelling, or fever around the genital area, immediate medical attention should be sought. Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended. Elderly patients are at increased risk of reduced kidney function and decreased fluid volume, thus requiring heightened caution. This medication may interact with other drugs, especially when used with diuretics, insulin, or sulfonylureas for diabetes, necessitating dosage adjustments. In the case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so it is important to receive prompt treatment tailored to the symptoms. Finally, this medication does not significantly impact driving or machine operation, but caution should be exercised if there is a risk of hypoglycemia.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), general malaise, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination difficulties

Mild side effects

• Vulvar vaginitis
• balanitis and related genital infections
• urinary tract infections
• fungal infections
• hypoglycemia
• dry mouth
• dizziness
• constipation
• back pain
• dysuria

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent contact with air or moisture and kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage ensures the medication maintains its effectiveness and can be used safely.

Appearance

Yellow, double convex, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP×3]