Empaglimet 12.5mg+500mg Tablet is a combination medicine containing empagliflozin 12.5mg and metformin 500mg. It is used with diet and exercise to improve blood glucose control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Empagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that helps the kidneys remove excess glucose through urine. Metformin reduces glucose production by the liver and improves insulin sensitivity. Together, they provide complementary effects for blood sugar management.

Uses

• Management of type 2 diabetes
• Helps lower elevated blood glucose
• Used alongside diet and exercise
• May provide cardiovascular benefits in appropriate patients
• May help reduce certain kidney-related risks in eligible patients

Benefits

• Combines two diabetes medicines with different mechanisms
• Helps improve blood sugar control
• Promotes removal of excess glucose through urine
• Reduces glucose production by the liver
• Improves the body's response to insulin
• May provide heart and kidney benefits in appropriate patients

Dosage

• Take Empaglimet 12.5mg+500mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• The appropriate dose depends on your blood glucose levels, kidney function, previous diabetes treatment, and individual response.
• It is generally taken with food to reduce stomach-related effects from metformin.
• Swallow the tablet with water.
• Take it at the same time each day as directed.
• Maintain adequate fluid intake unless your doctor has advised fluid restriction.
• Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal discomfort
• Increased urination
• Increased thirst
• Urinary tract infections
• Genital fungal infections

Rare but serious complications include lactic acidosis and diabetic ketoacidosis. Seek urgent medical attention for severe weakness, persistent vomiting, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, or unusual drowsiness.

Precautions

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, recurrent urinary or genital infections, or a history of diabetic ketoacidosis.
• Kidney function should be checked before and during treatment when appropriate.
• Avoid excessive alcohol consumption because it can increase the risk of metformin-associated lactic acidosis.
• Empagliflozin can cause dehydration and low blood pressure.
• Inform your doctor before major surgery or prolonged fasting because empagliflozin may need to be temporarily stopped.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• This medicine is not intended to treat type 1 diabetes.

FAQs

Q1: What is Empaglimet 12.5mg+500mg Tablet used for?

It is used with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Q2: What are the ingredients in Empaglimet 12.5mg+500mg?

Each tablet contains empagliflozin 12.5mg and metformin 500mg.

Q3: Should Empaglimet be taken with food?

Yes. Taking it with food can help reduce gastrointestinal side effects associated with metformin.

Q4: Does Empaglimet increase urination?

Yes. Empagliflozin causes excess glucose and water to be eliminated through urine, which can result in increased urination and thirst.

Q5: Can Empaglimet cause low blood sugar?

Empagliflozin and metformin have a relatively low risk of hypoglycemia when used alone. The risk may increase when combined with insulin or certain other diabetes medicines.