Empanor 10 mg (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Empagliflozin |
| Company | Concord pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
Empanor 10 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- SGLT2 Inhibitor
- Diabetes
Description
Empagliflozin is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular death in adult patients with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease.
Dosage
The recommended dose of Empagliflozin is 10 mg once daily, taken in the morning, with or without food.
Pharmacology
Empagliflozin is a sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor, which reduces renal absorption of glucose, resulting in increased glucose excretion and reduced hyperglycemia.
Interaction
- 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
- Severe renal impairment
- End-stage renal disease
- Dialysis
Side effects
- Urinary tract infections
- Female genital mycotic infections
- Dehydration
- Hypotension
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Increased thirstiness
Pregnancy and lactation
- Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus
- Not recommended when breastfeeding
Precautions and warnings
- Assessment of renal function recommended
- Avoid initiation in patients with eGFR less than 45 ml/min/1.73 m^2
Overdose effects
Supportive measures recommended in case of overdose. Removal of Empanor by hemodialysis not studied.
Storage conditions
Keep in a cool & dry place (below 30° C), protected from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Chemical structure
- Molecular Formula: C23H27ClO7
- Chemical Structure: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-1275-empagliflozin-chemical-structure-Z3X0mrA6UvgM682Jgp8K.svg
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