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Jardiance 10Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Boehringer Ingelheim
Medicine Composition :  Empagliflozin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Jardiance 10Mg Tablet

Along with a proper diet and appropriate exercise, Jardiance tablet is also recommended as part of a therapeutic routine for treating patients suffering from type 2 diabetes. This drug functions by reducing the amount of glucose taken up by the body and increasing the amount of sugar excreted by the body through urine. You are recommended to avoid using this medication:

  • If you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine.
  • If you have type 1 diabetes.
  • If you have severe renal problems.
  • If you are on dialysis.
  • If you have extremely high ketone levels in your blood and your urine.

This medicine is known to cause fainting, dizziness, or light-headedness; you are advised to sit down at the first sign of these symptoms. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, lactating, or planning to conceive. This medicine could interact with other medication that you might be taking, so you are also advised to inform your doctor about all the medications that you are using, including non-prescription drugs and any herbal medications. Avoid overdosing on this medicine.

    What are the uses of Jardiance 10Mg Tablet

    • Type 2 Diabetes

    What are the contraindications of Jardiance 10Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Jardiance 10Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Jardiance 10Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consumption of this medication with alcohol may hinder blood glucose levels for diabetes patient.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for the use during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for the use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Should be used cautiously in patients with an underlying kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild to moderate liver disease. Not advisable in patients with the severe liver disease.

    What are the substitutes for Jardiance 10Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Jardiance 10Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    It is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. The drug inhibits the SGLT-2 and causes the excess blood sugar to be ejected from the body through urine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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