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About Empaone 10mg Tablet

EMPAGLIFLOZIN contains empagliflozin which belongs to a group of medicines called sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. EMPAGLIFLOZIN works by blocking the SGLT2 protein in your kidneys. This causes blood sugar (glucose) to be removed from your urine. Thereby EMPAGLIFLOZIN lowers the amount of sugar in your blood.

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is prescribed for the condition of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels.  EMPAGLIFLOZIN is widely used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes in adult patients.

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disorder that affects the way our body processes glucose. People with type 2 diabetes either do not produce enough insulin or the insulin produced is unable to perform its function in the body (insulin resistance). Middle-aged or older individuals are most likely to suffer from type 2 diabetes, so it is also known as adult-onset diabetes.

Usually, EMPAGLIFLOZIN does not cause very significant side effects. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or a metallic taste in the mouth. In very rare cases, it may cause a condition known as lactic acidosis (too much lactic acid in the body) with symptoms like increased levels of “ketone bodies” in your urine or blood, rapid weight loss, feeling sick or being sick, stomach pain, excessive thirst, fast and deep breathing, etc. Your sugar level may go down while taking this medicine with heavy exercise, drinking excessive alcohol, or skipping meals. Talk to the doctor about any of the health conditions listed above that may require urgent medical treatment.

EMPAGLIFLOZIN works best when coupled with a healthy lifestyle like losing weight if you are overweight (BMI >25), eating fewer calories (low fat and sugary food), and being more physically active (at least 150 min of activity every week).

Uses of Empaone 10mg Tablet

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits of Empaone 10mg Tablet

EMPAGLIFLOZIN plays a vital role in managing diabetes and achieving good control of blood sugar levels by delaying the absorption of sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity in the body. EMPAGLIFLOZIN does not cause a sudden lowering of the blood glucose level or cause significant hypoglycemia. In the prediabetic condition, EMPAGLIFLOZIN is the only recommended treatment available. EMPAGLIFLOZIN also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (Diabetic Nephropathy), blindness (Diabetic Retinopathy), loss of sensation in your hands and feet (Diabetic Neuropathy), or even loss of foot! EMPAGLIFLOZIN also helps to reduce your chance of having a heart attack or stroke.

Directions for Use

EMPAGLIFLOZIN should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. EMPAGLIFLOZIN should be taken with meals to help reduce stomach or bowel side effects or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow EMPAGLIFLOZIN with a full glass of water.

Side Effects of Empaone 10mg Tablet

Every medicine has some sort of side effects. In the beginning days of the treatment with Metformin, you may suffer from digestive problems, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and, loss of appetite might occur. But these would be temporary and may be relieved after some time. However, if you still have discomfort speak with your doctor. When taken alone, the EMPAGLIFLOZIN does not cause a sudden lowering of blood sugars (hypoglycemia). But when combined with factors like poor nutrition, skipping meals, alcohol intake, or strenuous exercise, it may lead to hypoglycemia (low blood sugars). So it is better to have regular monitoring of blood sugar levels. In case any side effect becomes troublesome, speak with your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Some diabetic patients taking EMPAGLIFLOZIN may develop a serious condition called lactic acidosis. In lactic acidosis, there is too much lactic acid accumulated in the blood. So, your liver and kidney's proper functioning is required for the elimination of excess lactic acid from the blood. You should not take metformin if you have kidney disease, as measured by a blood test. EMPAGLIFLOZIN may lower vitamin B-12 levels, so try to have blood tests for annual blood and vitamin. EMPAGLIFLOZIN, when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level. So, the doctor may lower the dose of insulin.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

EMPAGLIFLOZIN may interact with insulin, high blood pressure-lowering pills (hydrochlorothiazide, amlodipine), water pills/diuretics (furosemide), antibiotics used for eye infections (gatifloxacin), anti-hypertensive (metoprolol), steroids (prednisolone), thyroid hormones, etc. So, tell your doctor if you are using these drugs before taking EMPAGLIFLOZIN.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

EMPAGLIFLOZIN should be avoided in patients with vitamin B12 deficiency, kidney problems, liver problems, cardiovascular disease (heart-related issues), and low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) as it may worsen the condition.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is advisable not to consume alcohol along with EMPAGLIFLOZIN to avoid unpleasant side effects like lactic acidosis.

PREGNANCY

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is not recommended during pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during pregnancy if he/she feels that the benefit to you outweighs the risk. You should not take EMPAGLIFLOZIN without a doctor's advice.

BREAST FEEDING

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is not recommended if you are breastfeeding or if you are planning to breastfeed your baby.

DRIVING

EMPAGLIFLOZIN monotherapy (the treatment of a disease with a single drug) does not cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and therefore has no effect on the ability to drive or to use machines.

LIVER

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

EMPAGLIFLOZIN is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending on your renal functions. EMPAGLIFLOZIN is not recommended for severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is therefore important if you're taking EMPAGLIFLOZIN.