Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Affodapa 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Affodapa 5 Tablet | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Affodapa 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.Discontinue Affodapa 5 Tablet if pregnancy is detected. | - Breast feeding : CAUTION

Affodapa 5 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body. | - Driving : CAUTION

Affodapa 5 Tablet may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Affodapa 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Affodapa 5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.For patients with severe liver dysfunction, Affodapa 5 Tablet is not recommended.

If you miss a dose of Affodapa 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

What is Affodapa 5 Tablet used for?::: Affodapa 5 Tablet is used to lower blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the body is not able to use the produced insulin properly. This leads to an increase in the levels of sugar in your blood. Affodapa 5 Tablet works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine. In addition to that, it can also help prevent heart disease.| Is Affodapa 5 Tablet safe to use?::: Yes, Affodapa 5 Tablet is safe when used as directed by the doctor. However, it may show some side effects. For best results, it should be used in the correct dose and at the same time each day.| Does Affodapa 5 Tablet cause weight loss?::: Yes, Affodapa 5 Tablet may cause weight loss in some patients. However, it is an uncommon side effect. If you experience sudden weight gain or have any concerns regarding your weight, discuss it with your doctor.| What are the side effects of Affodapa 5 Tablet?::: The use of Affodapa 5 Tablet may cause symptoms such as stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, vaginal yeast infections, and yeast infections of the penis. In addition to that, one may experience frequent urination throughout the day or at night, and changes in the quantity of urine.| Can I stop taking Affodapa 5 Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Affodapa 5 Tablet without talking to your doctor first. Sudden discontinuation of medicine may make your diabetes worse. Inform your doctor if your symptoms bother you or if there is no considerable improvement in your condition. The doctor may suggest some other medicine that could be more effective in treating your diabetes.| Who should not take Affodapa 5 Tablet?::: Patients allergic to Affodapa 5 Tablet should avoid using this medicine. Also, it is highly recommended that patients who are on dialysis or have severe kidney problems should not use Affodapa 5 Tablet.| Can I take Affodapa 5 Tablet before surgery?::: Inform your doctor that you are taking Affodapa 5 Tablet before going for the surgery. The doctor may ask you to stop taking your Affodapa 5 Tablet tablets before your operation. This is done because there is a risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis (a serious condition that may develop if high blood sugar is not treated).| Why did my doctor prescribe Affodapa 5 Tablet along with metformin?::: For some people, taking metformin alone can effectively lower blood sugar levels. But, evidence suggests that adding Affodapa 5 Tablet to metformin therapy may provide better control over the increased blood sugar levels in some people. So, maybe your doctor prescribed the combined use of metformin with Affodapa 5 Tablet to provide the extra help you need.

Affodapa 5 Tablet is an antidiabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.

-Disopyramide (Oral Route): Severe

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as confusion, headache, nausea, dizziness or faintness and consult your doctor if you experience them. Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood sugar levels. Elderly, malnourished, diabetic individuals and those with kidney and heart dysfunction are at higher risk.

| -Asparaginase (Injection Route): Moderate

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.

| -Fenfluramine (Oral Route): Moderate

Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations. Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.

| -Amiloride (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as excessive thirst, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, decreased urination or dry mouth and consult your doctor if you experience them. Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood pressure and dehydration.

| -Amisulpride (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations. Amisulpride may reduce the efficacy of Dapagliflozin.

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