Product Description:

• Empagliflozin is a sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitor. It is used to treat:


• Type 2 diabetes mellitus: It helps lower blood sugar levels by causing the kidneys to remove glucose from the body through urine.


• Heart failure: In certain adults with heart failure, it helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalization for heart failure.


• Chronic kidney disease: In certain adults with chronic kidney disease, it reduces the risk of kidney disease progression, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization for heart failure.

Dosage Forms and Strengths:

• Empagliflozin SPC 10 mg (30 tablets)


• Empagliflozin SPC 25 mg (30 tablets)


• The dosage and frequency of use are determined by a doctor based on individual needs and other medications being taken.

How to Use:

• Take empagliflozin exactly as prescribed by your doctor.


• It is typically taken once daily, in the morning, with or without food.


• Swallow the tablets whole; do not crush or chew them.


• Follow your doctor's instructions regarding diet and exercise.


• Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

Warnings and Precautions:

• Kidney problems: Empagliflozin can affect kidney function. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function.


• Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Empagliflozin can increase the risk of UTIs.


• Genital yeast infections: Empagliflozin can increase the risk of genital yeast infections in both men and women.


• Dehydration: Empagliflozin can cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids.


• Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA): Although rare, empagliflozin can increase the risk of DKA, a serious condition.


• Lower limb amputations: There is a potential increased risk of lower limb amputations.


• Fournier's gangrene (necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum): A rare but serious infection.


• Drug interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking.


• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Empagliflozin is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Ingredients:

• The active ingredient is empagliflozin.