Xigduo

Uses of Xigduo

Xigduo – 60 Tablets is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes. It is used together with proper diet and regular exercise. It contains two active substances, dapagliflozin and metformin, which are part of a group of drugs called oral anti-diabetics.

Doctors prescribe Xigduo to help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. As mentioned, this medicine is a combination of two major anti-diabetes agents. Their functions are as follows:

Dapagliflozin – It works by removing excess glucose from the body through urine. This process lowers the amount of glucose in the blood. This medicine is also used to reduce the need for frequent hospitalization due to heart failure in people with type 2 diabetes.

Metformin – It works by inhibiting the production of glucose in the liver.

The combination of Dapagliflozin and Metformin prevents the onset of diabetes-related complications, such as nerve problems, loss of limbs, blindness, sexual dysfunction, and kidney damage.

Warning and Precautions

Do not use Xigduo if you are allergic to it, especially its two active ingredients, Dapagliflozin and Metformin. Avoid this medicine if you have diabetic ketoacidosis or severe kidney disease. Although rare, Xigduo can cause serious infections in the penis and vagina. If you experience symptoms like redness in the genital area, discharge, burning sensation, and severe odor, call your healthcare professional immediately to address your condition.

To ensure that Xigduo is safe to use, tell your healthcare professional if you have a history of the following medical conditions:

• Kidney disease
• Liver problems
• Low blood pressure
• Bladder infections

Dosage

Compositions available for Xigduo:

• Xigduo® 5 mg/850 mg film-coated tablets
• Xigduo® 5 mg/1,000 mg film-coated tablets

The recommended dosage for type 2 diabetes:

• Take one tablet twice per day.
• The number of doses to take varies depending on the severity of the condition. Your healthcare professional will decide on the exact strength you need to take daily.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Genital infections
• Sore throat
• Coughing
• Stuffy nose

Severe side effects:

• Little urination
• Bladder infections
• Blood in urine
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Confusion
• Drowsiness
• Weakness
• Trouble breathing
• Muscle pain
• Irregular heartbeat