Description

Description

Xiga-Met XR (5/1000 mg) 14 Tablets is an extended-release prescription medicine containing dapagliflozin 5 mg and metformin hydrochloride 1000 mg. It is used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for adults with type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone do not provide adequate blood glucose control. The combination works through two complementary mechanisms to help manage blood sugar levels.

Ingredients

Each extended-release tablet contains:

• Dapagliflozin – 5 mg
• Metformin Hydrochloride – 1000 mg
• Other inactive ingredients may be present to maintain the tablet’s stability and extended-release properties.

Dosage Form

Dosage form: Extended-release oral tablet
Pack size: 14 tablets
Route: Oral administration

Uses

Xiga-Met XR may be prescribed for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Dapagliflozin helps the kidneys remove excess glucose through urine, while metformin helps reduce glucose production by the liver and improves the body’s response to insulin. Use only according to your healthcare professional’s advice.

How to Use

Take Xiga-Met XR exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The tablet should generally be taken with food to reduce stomach-related discomfort. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush, split, or chew an extended-release tablet unless your healthcare professional specifically advises otherwise. Take it at approximately the same time each day and do not take more than the prescribed dose.

Side Effects

Possible side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, increased urination, headache, or genital/urinary infections. Metformin may rarely contribute to lactic acidosis, a serious condition, while dapagliflozin can contribute to dehydration or diabetic ketoacidosis in certain circumstances. Seek urgent medical attention for severe weakness, persistent vomiting, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe abdominal pain, or other serious symptoms.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding before using this medicine. Xiga-Met XR is not generally recommended during pregnancy, particularly during the later stages. Dapagliflozin is also generally avoided during breastfeeding. Your healthcare professional can recommend a more appropriate diabetes treatment when necessary.

Storage Instructions

Store below 30°C, away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Keep the tablets in their original packaging and out of the reach of children. Do not use the medicine after its expiry date.

FAQs

Q: What is Xiga-Met XR used for?
A: It is prescribed to help control blood glucose in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Q: Can I crush Xiga-Met XR?
A: No. Extended-release tablets should normally be swallowed whole.

Q: Can I take it without food?
A: It is generally taken with food. Follow your doctor’s specific instructions.

Q: Does Xiga-Met XR replace a healthy diet and exercise?
A: No. It should be used alongside the diet, physical activity, and diabetes-management plan recommended by your healthcare professional.

Q: What should I do if I miss a dose?
A: Take the missed dose when remembered unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not double the dose.

Disclaimer

Always use this medicine strictly according to your doctor’s instructions and prescribed dosage.