Farim Duo Tablets 5/500 milligrams

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet per dose, twice daily. The physician should determine the appropriate dosage based on the patient's treatment regimen, efficacy, and tolerance, without exceeding empagliflozin 25 mg and metformin 2000 mg per day. For patients on monotherapy with metformin or in combination with other medications like insulin, the recommended dosage is empagliflozin 5 mg twice a day along with the existing metformin dosage. Tolerability to empagliflozin 10 mg should be assessed.

This medication helps reduce blood sugar. However, it can cause rare but serious side effects such as severe lactic acidosis, so caution is necessary. When taken with other diabetes medications, hypoglycemia may occur, so care must be taken. Patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, acute kidney problems, severe infections, or heart conditions should not use this medication. This medication should be temporarily discontinued before and after surgery or radiological examinations, and may only be resumed after kidney function is confirmed to be normal. Patients with poor liver function or excessive alcohol intake should also avoid this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. The dosage of this medication needs to be adjusted based on kidney function, and kidney function tests should be performed regularly. Additionally, this medication may cause side effects such as hypoglycemia, urinary tract infections, genital infections, and increased urination, so immediate consultation with medical personnel should occur if symptoms appear. If there is a risk of fluid loss, attention should be paid to signs of dehydration, and the medication may be temporarily discontinued if necessary. Vitamin B12 levels may decrease, so regular testing is recommended. Alcohol consumption should be avoided while taking this medication, and caution is advised in cases of sudden weight changes, irregular meals, or vigorous exercise. Moreover, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it is important to inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medications. Elderly patients are at greater risk of kidney function decline and should be extra cautious, and it is not recommended for children under 18. In case of overdose, you should visit a hospital immediately for appropriate treatment, as this medication can be removed through dialysis. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe allergic reaction, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe dermatological reactions, asthma attack, respiratory difficulties accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, lightning-like headaches

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• altered taste sensation
• itching
• rash
• hypoglycemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or humidity. Additionally, it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Orange-yellow, convex oval film-coated tablet on both sides

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 1], 60 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 6], 60 tablets/bottle