Diastat 10 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 25.00 (20's pack: ৳ 500.00)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Empagliflozin
Company The white horse pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Diastat 25 mg tablet

Title

  • Diastat 10 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Type 2 Diabetes Medication
  • SGLT-2 Inhibitor
  • Antidiabetic Medication

Description

  • Diastat is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • It is used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and established cardiovascular disease.
  • Empagliflozin is a sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor.
  • The recommended dose of Empagliflozin is 10 mg once daily, taken in the morning, with or without food.
  • Assessment of renal function is recommended prior to initiation of Diastat and periodically thereafter.
  • In the event of an overdose, the usual supportive measures should be employed.

Dosage and Administration

  • 10 mg once daily
  • Taken in the morning
  • With or without food

Pharmacology

  • SGLT-2 Inhibition
  • Glucuretic Effect
  • Reduced Hyperglycemia
  • Weight Loss
  • Blood Pressure Reduction

Interactions

  • Diuretics
  • Insulin or Insulin Secretagogues
  • Positive Urine Glucose Test
  • Interference with 1,5-anhydroglucitol (1,5-AG) Assay

Contraindications

  • History of serious hypersensitivity reaction to Empagliflozin or any of its ingredients
  • Severe renal impairment
  • End-stage renal disease
  • Dialysis

Side Effects

  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Female Genital Mycotic Infections
  • Dehydration
  • Hypotension
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Increased Thirstiness

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Not well studied in pregnant women
  • Use during pregnancy only if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus
  • Not recommended during breastfeeding

Precautions & Warnings

  • Assessment of renal function prior to initiation
  • Not initiated in patients with eGFR less than 45 ml/min/1.73 m²
  • No dose adjustment needed in patients with eGFR ≥ 45 ml/min/1.73 m²

Overdose Effects

  • Supportive measures
  • Clinical monitoring
  • Institute supportive treatment
  • Hemodialysis not studied for removal of Diastat

Therapeutic Class

  • Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors

Storage Conditions

  • Cool & dry place (below 30°C)
  • Protected from light & moisture
  • Keep out of reach of children

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C23H27ClO7

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