Empazin 25 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 30.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 600.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 300.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Empagliflozin |
| Company | Delta pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Improving glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Reducing the risk of cardiovascular death in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and established cardiovascular disease
Pharmacology
Sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor
Dosage & Administration
Recommended dose of 10 mg once daily, increased to 25 mg once daily in patients tolerating it
Interactions
- Diuretics resulting in increased urine volume
- Risk of hypoglycemia when co-administered with insulin or insulin secretagogues
- Increased urinary glucose excretion leading to positive urine glucose tests
- Interference with 1,5-anhydroglucitol (1,5-AG) assay
Contraindications
History of serious hypersensitivity reaction to Empagliflozin or its ingredients, severe renal impairment, end-stage renal disease, or dialysis
Side Effects
- Urinary tract infections
- Female genital mycotic infections
- Dehydration
- Hypotension
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Increased thirstiness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus
- Not recommended when breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
Assessment of renal function prior to initiation, not initiated in patients with eGFR less than 45 ml/min/1.73 m2
Overdose Effects
Usual supportive measures recommended, hemodialysis not studied for removal
Therapeutic Class
Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors
Storage Conditions
Cool & dry place below 30°C, protected from light & moisture
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C23H27ClO7
- Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-1275-empagliflozin-chemical-structure-Z3X0mrA6UvgM682Jgp8K.svg
Common Questions about Empazin 25 mg Tablet
- Used to improve glycemic control in adults
- Unsafe to use during pregnancy
- Probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding
- Should be used cautiously in patients with underlying kidney disease
- No dose adjustment needed for patients with mild to moderate liver disease
Quick Tips
- Used alone or with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar
- May cause dehydration, so stay hydrated
- May cause hypoglycemia when used with other antidiabetic medicines or alcohol
- Can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections
- Monitor blood sugar regularly while taking
- Inform doctor immediately if experiencing certain symptoms