Xigduo XR 10/500 Tablet
Manufacturer
AstraZeneca
Salt Composition
Metformin (500mg) + Dapagliflozin (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, controlling high blood sugar levels and reducing the risk of heart disease.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes, reducing the chances of serious complications of diabetes and also helps prevent heart disease. This medicine should be taken with food and in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
Directions for Use
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. Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
How it works
Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Dapagliflozin works by removing excess sugar (glucose) from your body through urine. Metformin works by lowering sugar production in the liver, delaying glucose absorption from intestines and increasing the body's sensitivity to insulin. Together, they provide better control of blood sugar.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed this combination medicine as it can control blood sugar better than metformin alone. It also reduces the risk of heart attack, heart failure, or other cardiovascular events. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Xigduo XR 10mg/500mg Tablet. Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.