Empagliflozin
Information about Empagliflozin
Empagliflozin Uses
Empagliflozin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How Empagliflozin works
Empagliflozin is an antidiabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.
Common side effects of Empagliflozin
Nausea1a, Frequent urge to urinate, Increased thirst, Urinary tract infection, Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea, Genital fungal infection, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Vomiting, Constipation, Polyuria
Expert advice for Empagliflozin
- Empagliflozin is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
- It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
- It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
- It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
- Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms or unexplained nausea/vomiting.