Flogaduo Extended Release Tablet 5/1000 mg

Adult dose

The dosage of this medication should be individualized based on the patient's current treatment regimen, efficacy, and tolerability, without exceeding the maximum recommended dose of 10 mg of dapagliflozin and 2000 mg of extended-release metformin. Generally, it is administered once daily with dinner. The maximum dosage is 10 mg dapagliflozin/2000 mg extended-release metformin once daily, which is 2 tablets at the dosage of 5 mg/1000 mg. For patients with previous diabetes medication treatment

This medication may rarely cause a serious metabolic complication known as lactic acidosis, so kidney function and overall health status should be thoroughly assessed before use. During the use of this medication, caution should be taken, as the risk of hypoglycemia may increase when used with insulin or sulfonylurea drugs, and blood glucose changes should be closely monitored. It is safer not to use this medication in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, dehydration, serious infections, or cardiovascular problems. Patients scheduled to undergo tests using iodinated contrast agents should discontinue this medication 48 hours prior to the test and only resume after normal kidney function is confirmed post-testing. Patients scheduled for surgery should also temporarily discontinue this medication 48 hours before surgery and resume after confirming normal kidney function post-surgery. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Elderly patients and those with decreased kidney function should carefully adjust the dosage and regularly monitor kidney function. This medication may increase the risk of genital and urinary infections, so immediate consultation with a physician is necessary if infection symptoms arise. Symptoms of decreased fluid volume or hypotension may occur, so especially in patients at risk of dehydration or hypotension, monitoring of blood pressure and fluid status should be performed periodically. Vitamin B12 levels may decrease, so checking serum vitamin B12 levels is advisable with long-term use. Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects from this medication, so excessive drinking should be avoided during treatment. Hypoglycemic symptoms may occur during the administration of this medication, so patients at risk for hypoglycemia should closely monitor their blood glucose levels. This medication may interact with other drugs, so any other medications being taken must be disclosed to healthcare providers. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention is required, and dialysis treatment may be beneficial if necessary. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children have not been established, so it should not be used in this population. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain of oral/ocular mucosa, difficulty or shortness of breath, asthma attack, respiratory abnormality with cough + fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), severe lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• dry mouth
• constipation
• back pain
• dysuria
• polyuria
• nocturia
• vulvar itching
• genital itching
• increased hematocrit

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is best to store it in a place at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Biconvex, egg-shaped film-coated tablets in dark pink color.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle