This medicine is used to treat diabetes mellitus type 2. It contains Metformin and Empagliflozin. This combination is a Sodium-glucose co-transporter that works by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin, decreasing glucose production, and delaying intestinal glucose absorption.
Ingredients
Metformin, Empagliflozin
Drug Class
Sodium-glucose-co-transporter, Biguanides
Dosage Form
Tablet
Uses
This medicine is anti-diabetic and is used for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes. It also helps reduce the danger of cardiovascular death in adults with Type 2 diabetes. Empagliflozin should not be used in patients with Type 1 Diabetes or those suffering from diabetic ketoacidosis.
Dosage
To be taken as per doctor’s prescription
In case of Overdose
Overdose can cause low blood sugar. Seek immediate medical attention in case of overdose
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don’t remember missing the dose, don’t double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
How To Use
To be used as per doctor’s prescription
When Not to Use
Do not use in case of:
- end-stage renal disease
- dialysis
- severe hypersensitivity to the constituents
- for TYPE 1 diabetes
- diabetic ketoacidosis
Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- frequent urination
- bladder pain
- body aches/pain
- nausea, bloating, heartburn
- rapid breathing
- heart palpitation
- anxiety
Precautions & Warnings
This may increase your chances of urinary tract infections. Consult a doctor in case of any suspicious symptoms
Drug Interactions
This medication may interact with these drugs:
- chlorthiazide
- chlorpropamide
- chlorthalidone
- insulin
- sulfonylureas
- meglitinides
- corticosteroids
Storage/Disposal
Store at room temperature, away from light, heat, moisture and children
Control Drug
Quick Tips, if any
Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet
