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Bainhart 5 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
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Composition :

DAPAGLIFLOZIN-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

PTK Medicare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Bainhart 5 Tablet

Bainhart 5 Tablet belongs to the category of medicines called sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes along with diet and exercise. Additionally, it is used to treat heart failure and chronic kidney disease in adults.

Bainhart 5 Tablet contains 'Dapagliflozin', which works by inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose in the body, resulting in increased glucose excretion through urine. It also lowers the amount of effort your heart needs to pump blood, helping it work more efficiently.

In some cases, Bainhart 5 Tablet may cause side effects such as urinary tract infections, increased urination, rash, dizziness, and increased thirst. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Bainhart 5 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Bainhart 5 Tablet is not recommended for children. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medication or have pre-existing medical conditions.

Uses of Bainhart 5 Tablet

Bainhart 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Bainhart 5 Tablet are as follows:

  • Type 2 diabetes: Helps improve blood sugar control along with diet and exercise.
  • Heart health in diabetes: Lowers the risk of hospitalisation for heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes and existing heart disease or multiple risk factors.
  • Heart failure: Reduces the risk of hospitalisation in adults with heart failure, where the heart cannot pump blood efficiently.
  • Chronic kidney disease: Slows the progression of kidney disease and reduces the risk of kidney failure, heart-related death, and hospitalisation for heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease.

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Directions for Use

  • Bainhart 5 Tablet can be taken with or without food, as advised by the doctor.
  • It is usually taken once daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow Bainhart 5 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Bainhart 5 Tablet helps treat type 2 diabetes, along with a balanced diet and regular exercise. It works by removing excess sugar from the body through urine.
  • It is also used to treat heart failure in adults when the heart does not pump blood as well as it should. It helps protect your heart from getting worse, reduces symptoms, lowers the chances of needing hospital care, and may help some people live longer.
  • This medicine is also used to treat chronic kidney disease in adults with reduced kidney function. It helps protect your kidneys from losing their function, which may help some people live longer.
  • Unlike some diabetes medications, dapagliflozin does not cause weight gain.

How Bainhart 5 Tablet Works

Bainhart 5 Tablet contains 'Dapagliflozin', which works by removing excess sugar from the body through urine. It also lowers the amount of effort your heart needs to pump blood and protects the kidneys from losing their function.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Bainhart 5 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Bainhart 5 Tablet as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Bainhart 5 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. 
  • Inform the doctor if you have severe kidney disease, high ketone levels in blood or urine, heart disease, congestive heart failure, liver disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, type 1 diabetes, or are using insulin or other oral diabetes medications.
  • Bainhart 5 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding and in children. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, are planning for pregnancy or are breastfeeding. 
  • Do not stop taking Bainhart 5 Tablet without consulting your doctor, as it may cause an increase in blood sugar.
  • Be alert for signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), such as sweating, dizziness, dry mouth, dry skin, fast heartbeat, shivering, intense thirst, or frequent urination. If you experience any of these symptoms, take honey or sugar candies right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Fill your half plate with starchy veggies, a quarter with proteins and a quarter with whole grains.
  • Eat at regular intervals. Do not take a long gap between a meal and a snack.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly, especially when there are lots of fluctuations.
  • Invest at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity or one hour and 15 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.
  • Lose weight gradually to achieve a healthy body mass index (18.5 to 24.9).
  • Replace refined carbohydrates with whole-grain foods and increase the intake of fruits and veggies and other fibre-enriched foods.
  • Reduce intake of saturated fat (or hidden fats) in food like chips, crisps, pastries, biscuits and samosas. Choose omega-3 fatty acid-containing oils for daily cooking. You can use palm oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, rice bran oil and safflower oil for frying.
  • Do not take stress as it may elevate your blood sugar level. You can adopt stress management techniques like mindfulness to control stress-related blood sugar changes.
  • Opt for low-fat dairy products (low-fat yoghurt, fat-free milk, and cheese, etc.).
  • Keep your blood pressure as normal (120/80) as possible, as it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in diabetes patients.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIABETICS

Bainhart 5 Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

You should avoid consuming alcohol with Bainhart 5 Tablet as it may lead to high or low blood sugar levels.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Bainhart 5 Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Bainhart 5 Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding. It is safe to seek medical advice before you start Bainhart 5 Tablet if you are lactating.

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Driving

Caution

Drive only if you are physically stable and mentally focused. If you experience drowsiness after taking these medications, you should not drive or operate any machinery or vehicles.

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Liver

Caution

Take Bainhart 5 Tablet only after the doctor's prescription, especially if you are dealing with Liver diseases/conditions, as your doctor may adjust the dose as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Bainhart 5 Tablet after the recommendation of a doctor, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dosing strength needs to be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

The use of Bainhart 5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years.

FAQs

Bainhart 5 Tablet belongs to the category of medicines called anti-diabetics, used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Bainhart 5 Tablet is a type of medicine known as a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitor used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It lowers blood sugar levels by blocking the action of SGLT-2 in the kidney and removes excess sugar from your body through urine.

In case you feel that your blood sugar level is going down and you are feeling weak, immediately eat sugary candies or drink sugary beverages. It will help to balance the blood sugar level in your body. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you.

Bainhart 5 Tablet can cause weight loss by increasing the amount of sugar that is removed from your body when you pee. Consult your doctor before starting Bainhart 5 Tablet .

No, a person should continue taking Bainhart 5 Tablet for as long as a doctor has prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. You should not stop discontinuing Bainhart 5 Tablet suddenly, as it may worsen the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and increase the blood sugar level, leading to hyperglycemia.

Type 2 diabetes is a common form of diabetes in which the blood sugar-lowering hormone called insulin, produced by the body, does not function properly. Thus, the blood glucose level increases and symptoms such as frequent urination, increased thirst and increased hunger start. Diabetes, if left untreated or not treated properly, can cause long-term complications such as nerve damage, kidney damage, eye damage, foot problems and poses a high risk of developing heart diseases.

Bainhart 5 Tablet can cause risk in pregnancy and affect the fetus. Please consult your doctor before starting Bainhart 5 Tablet .

Your driving ability may be affected if your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. Do not drive or operate machinery if you also experience dizziness or drowsiness.

Yes, using Bainhart 5 Tablet may cause urinary tract infections in a few people, so always practice good hygiene.

Bainhart 5 Tablet may cause side effects like urinary tract infection, low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), peeing more than normal, skin rash, dizziness, increased thirst, and nausea. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Yes, Bainhart 5 Tablet is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

Bainhart 5 Tablet should not be taken by people who are allergic to any of its components.

Inform the doctor if you are due to undergo any surgery. The doctor may recommend you to stop taking Bainhart 5 Tablet before surgery to prevent the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes).

Your doctor may prescribe Bainhart 5 Tablet along with metformin for better management of blood glucose levels.

Your doctor may prescribe alternate/additional medicine to control blood sugar levels if you have diabetes along with kidney problems. Please consult the doctor before stating Bainhart 5 Tablet if you have kidney problems.

Bainhart 5 Tablet should be taken with other medications for diabetes only if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor may lower the dose of other medications to prevent low blood sugar levels.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

It is important to check your feet regularly and adhere to foot care advice given by your doctor. If you are undergoing any tests, inform the doctor that you are taking Bainhart 5 Tablet as it might affect certain urine test results.

Country of origin

India
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Reference

  1. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/dapagliflozin/
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.7607.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/dapagliflozin.html

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