Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet

Short Description

Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, helping to control high blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of serious complications.

Dosage Form

Tablet SR

Introduction

Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR 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.

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. Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Urinary tract infection Dehydration Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level)

Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR 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.

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 Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR. Take it with food to lower your chance of having an upset stomach. Zucapride-M 1000 Tablet SR can cause urinary tract infection. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids and practice good genital hygiene. It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you to urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. It can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling.