? Indications for Use:
Defens Met XR is used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes when treatment with either
Dapagliflozin or
Metformin alone is not sufficient.
⚠ Not for treating type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
⚠ Safety and efficacy in children under 18 years have not been established.
? How to Use:
- Take Defens Met XR exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
- Swallow the tablet whole with food to reduce stomach discomfort.
- Do not break, cut, or chew the tablet.
- Continue following your prescribed exercise and diet plan.
⚠ Warnings and Precautions:
- Dehydration: May cause loss of fluids and salts, leading to dizziness or fainting, especially when standing up.
- Ketoacidosis: Can lead to serious complications even if blood sugar levels are normal. Stop using the medication and seek medical help immediately if you experience:
- Nausea or vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Fatigue or difficulty breathing
- Kidney Problems: May cause sudden kidney injury, especially if dehydrated.
- Urinary Tract Infections: Can cause severe infections requiring medical attention.
- Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia): Increased risk when taken with insulin or sulfonylurea medications.
? Contraindications:
- Allergy to any components of Defens Met XR.
- History of bladder cancer.
? Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
- Do not use after the expiration date.
- Keep out of reach of children.
? Active Ingredients:
- Dapagliflozin 5 mg or 10 mg.
- Metformin Hydrochloride 1000 mg.