Empagliflozin Metformin Duo Tablet 5/850 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet, twice a day. The dosage should be determined within the limits of a daily maximum of 25 mg of empagliflozin and 2000 mg of metformin, considering each patient's treatment regimen, efficacy, and tolerance. If adequate blood sugar control is not achieved with monotherapy of metformin or in combination with other drugs such as insulin, the recommended dosage is 5 mg of empagliflozin twice daily (totaling 10 mg) along with the existing dosage of metformin.

This medication helps control blood sugar levels. However, there is a risk of a serious condition known as lactic acidosis, so caution is required when using this medication. Particular care should be taken in conjunction with insulin or sulfonylurea medications, as hypoglycemia may occur. This drug should not be used in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment, acute renal status, type 1 diabetes, or acute or chronic metabolic acidosis. Additionally, use should be avoided or temporarily discontinued in situations such as acute myocardial infarction, heart failure, severe infections, and before or after surgery. While taking this medication, renal function should be regularly monitored for abnormalities, and if dehydration, severe vomiting, or diarrhea occurs, medication should be temporarily paused. Also, there may be a risk of hypoglycemia when used in combination with insulin or sulfonylureas, necessitating dosage adjustments. Common side effects include hypoglycemia, urinary tract infections, genital infections, and increased urination. Serious side effects such as liver function abnormalities, skin rashes, interstitial nephritis, and necrotizing fasciitis have been reported; if symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and the elderly or those with poor nutritional status should use it more cautiously. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your doctor or pharmacist. In the event of an overdose, serious side effects such as lactic acidosis may occur, so if an overdose is suspected, seek immediate medical care. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), necrotizing fasciitis, lactic acidosis, ketoacidosis, angioedema, urosepsis, pyelonephritis, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, serious nervous system symptoms, liver dysfunction (jaundice), severe edema or urinary abnormalities, sudden severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizure, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, high fever and

Mild side effects

• Hypoglycemia
• urinary tract infection
• genital infection
• increased urination
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• loss of appetite
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. Additionally, it is advisable to store the medication at room temperature, specifically between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding places that are too hot or too cold.

Appearance

Biconvex oval film-coated tablet that is white with a yellow tint

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 1], 60 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 6], 30 tablets/bottle, 60 tablets/bottle