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Udapa 5mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

DAPAGLIFLOZIN-5MG

Uses:

Udapa 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Udapa 5mg Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus2: Udapa 5mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication used for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus2.<br/>• Cardiovascular Benefits: Udapa 5mg Tablet helps control high blood sugar levels and reduces the risk of heart disease.<br/>• Kidney Health: Udapa 5mg Tablet may help preserve kidney function in individuals with type 2 diabetes.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Udapa 5mg Tablet belongs to the anti-diabetic drug category, indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM). This medicine is primarily prescribed to persons whose blood sugar levels are high and not controlled by diet and exercise alone. Udapa 5mg Tablet consists of “Dapagliflozin” a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor responsible for inhibiting SGLT-2 enzymes in the kidney. Thus, it prevents the reabsorption of glucose from the blood filtered through your kidney, thereby increasing the glucose excretion from your body when you urinate.

FAQs

Udapa 5mg Tablet belongs to the category of medicines called 'anti-diabetic' used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Udapa 5mg Tablet is a type of medicine known as a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitor used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar levels by blocking the action of SGLT-2 in the kidney and remove excess sugar from your body through urine.

In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugar candies or drink sugary beverages. It will help to balance the blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you.

Udapa 5mg Tablet can cause weight loss by increasing the amount of sugar that is removed from your body when you pee. Consult your doctor before starting Udapa 5mg Tablet .

No, a person should continue taking Udapa 5mg Tablet as much a doctor has prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. You should not stop discontinuing Udapa 5mg Tablet suddenly as it may worsen the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and increase the blood sugar level leading to hyperglycemia.

Type 2 diabetes is a common form of diabetes in which the blood sugar-lowering hormone called insulin produced by the body does not function properly. Thus, the blood glucose level increases and symptoms such as frequent urination, increased thirst and increased hunger start. Diabetes, if left untreated or not treated properly, can cause long-term complications such as nerve damage, kidney damage, eye damage, foot problems and poses a high risk of developing heart diseases.

Udapa 5mg Tablet can cause risk in pregnancy and affect the fetus. Please consult your doctor before starting Udapa 5mg Tablet .

Your driving ability may be affected if your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. Do not drive or operate machinery if you also experience dizziness or drowsiness.

Yes, using Udapa 5mg Tablet may cause urinary track infections in few people, so always practice good hygiene.

Udapa 5mg Tablet may cause side effects like urinary tract infection, low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), peeing more than normal, skin rash, dizziness, increased thirst, and nausea. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Yes, Udapa 5mg Tablet is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

Udapa 5mg Tablet should not be taken by people who are allergic to any of its components.

Inform the doctor if you are due to undergo any surgery. The doctor may recommend you to stop taking Udapa 5mg Tablet before surgery to prevent the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes).

Your doctor may prescribe Udapa 5mg Tablet along with metformin for better management of blood glucose levels.

Your doctor may prescribe alternate/additional medicine to control blood sugar levels if you have diabetes along with kidney problems. Please consult the doctor before stating Udapa 5mg Tablet if you have kidney problems.

Udapa 5mg Tablet should be taken with other medications for diabetes only if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor may lower the dose of other medications to prevent low blood sugar levels.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

It is important to check your feet regularly and adhere to foot care advice given by your doctor. If you are undergoing any tests, inform the doctor that you are taking Udapa 5mg Tablet as it might affect certain urine test results.