Poshuvet Duo Sustained Release Tablet 5/1000 mg

Adult dose

The dosage of this medication should be individualized based on the patient's current treatment, efficacy, and tolerance, without exceeding the maximum recommended dosage of dapagliflozin 10 mg and extended-release metformin 2000 mg. This medication is generally administered once a day with the evening meal. The maximum dosage of this medication is 10 mg of dapagliflozin/2000 mg of extended-release metformin, and it is typically administered as 2 tablets of 5 mg/1000 mg.

This medication is used for the treatment of diabetes and helps with blood sugar control. It may rarely cause a serious condition known as lactic acidosis, which can result in dangerous situations due to excessive accumulation of lactic acid in the body, thus caution is necessary. When taken with other diabetes medications, hypoglycemia may occur, so attention to symptoms is required. Patients with poor kidney function, dehydration, severe infections, heart issues, or liver dysfunction should not use this medication. Patients who are about to undergo surgery or are scheduled to use radiological contrast agents should temporarily discontinue this medication and should restart it only after confirming normal kidney function. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should refrain from using this medication for safety. Elderly patients or those with compromised kidney function should regularly monitor their kidney function before and after taking this medication and should be cautious for symptoms of hypotension or fluid deficiency. This medication may increase the risk of genital infections or urinary tract infections, so if related symptoms arise, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Vitamin B12 deficiency may occur; therefore, it is advisable to periodically check vitamin B12 levels during prolonged use. Excessive alcohol consumption should be avoided, and during the use of this medication, any interactions with other drugs that may affect blood sugar control should be discussed with a physician. During the use of this medication, dizziness or symptoms of hypoglycemia may occur, so caution is required when driving or operating machinery. Keep out of the reach of children and store in the original container to maintain the quality of the medication.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, shortness of breath, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, coughing + respiratory abnormalities accompanied by fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• dizziness
• constipation
• dry mouth
• back pain
• dysuria
• polyuria
• nocturia
• pruritus of the vulva
• pruritus of the genital area

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A pink, double convex, egg-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle