Jadimet 5/850 mg Tablet (Empagliflozin, Metformin Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is 1 tablet, twice daily. The decision on dosage should consider the current treatment regimen, efficacy, and tolerability for each patient, without exceeding 25 mg of empagliflozin and 2000 mg of metformin. If adequate blood sugar control is not attainable with metformin alone or in combination therapy with other medications like insulin, the recommended dose is 5 mg of empagliflozin twice a day (total daily amount of 10 mg) and the existing dosage of metformin.

This medication is a diabetes treatment that combines two ingredients to help control blood sugar. However, it should not be administered to patients with impaired kidney function or severe infections and dehydration. Additionally, it should not be used in individuals who have an allergic reaction to any of its components. The medication can cause a rare side effect known as severe lactic acidosis, so if symptoms such as difficulty breathing, muscle pain, or weakness arise, consult a doctor immediately. There is a risk of hypoglycemia if taken with insulin or other antidiabetic agents, so blood sugar changes must be monitored carefully. Temporary discontinuation of this medication is necessary in the case of acute illness or prior to and after surgery, resuming only when the patient's condition is stable. Regular kidney function tests should be conducted during treatment, especially in elderly patients or those with weak kidney function. This medication can also lead to urinary and genital infections, so immediate treatment is necessary if related symptoms occur. It is advisable for pregnant or breastfeeding women to avoid this medication. Overdose can lead to severe side effects such as hypoglycemia or lactic acidosis, so the dosage must be strictly followed. Excessive alcohol intake should be avoided during treatment as it may increase the risk of medication side effects. Finally, this medication is not recommended for children and should be kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever and respiratory disturbance, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), systemic laziness, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Oval film-coated tablets that are convex on both sides, white with a yellow tint

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/TP × 1], 60 tablets/box [10 tablets/TP × 6], 60 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle