Xigduo XR 10/500 TM
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Active ingredients: dapagliflozin + metformin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XIGDUO XR 10/500 dapagliflozin 10 mg (as propanediol monohydrate) / metformin hydrochloride 500 mg modified release tablets blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Glycaemic control: XIGDUO XR is indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control when treatment with both dapagliflozin and metformin is appropriate,Prevention of hospitalisation for heart failure: XIGDUO XR is indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and established cardiovascular disease or risk factors for cardiovascular disease to reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure,(see section 5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties Clinical trials and 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use for available data on the combination therapy).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, modified release
- Oral
- Pink biconvex, capsule-shaped, film-coated tablet with "1072" and "10/500" debossed on one side and plain on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 tablets pack
- 7 tablets (sample pack) pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dapagliflozin + metformin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
