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Generic: Empagliflozin

Form: tablet 10mg

Indication

Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Adult Dose

Oral Type 2 diabetes mellitus Adult: Initially, 10 mg once daily in the morning, may be increased to 25 mg once daily, if necessary for additional glycemic control.

Renal Dose

CrCl (mL/min) <45 Contraindicated. <60 Max: 10 mg daily.

Contraindication

As treatment for type 1 DM or diabetic ketoacidosis. Renal impairment (CrCl <45 mL/min), ESRD, or patients on haemodialysis. Lactation.

Mode of Action

Empagliflozin is a reversible inhibitor of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2), the main site of filtered glucose re-absorption in the renal proximal convoluted tubules. This reduces re-absorption of filtered glucose and lowers renal threshold for glucose, resulting in increased urinary glucose excretion, thereby reducing blood glucose concentration.

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

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Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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