Empagliflozin 5 Mg, Metformin 500 Mg Tablet

It is a combination of two medications namely Empagliflozin 5 Mg and Metformin 500 Mg that is used to treat type 2 diabetes. It is a condition when the level of glucose rises in the blood and can affect your life every day. This combined medication used together that helps control blood sugar levels in the body. This medication is used in combination with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar management in persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It promotes appropriate insulin usage, decreasing blood sugar levels.

Uses of this medication 

• This medication is used for treating type 2 diabetes mellitus

Benefits of Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet

In the Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet is a medication used to manage high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It helps your body eliminate excess glucose through urine. Lowering blood glucose levels is an important element of controlling diabetes. Controlling your blood sugar level reduces your risk of developing major diabetic consequences such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve difficulties, and limb loss. If you have type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, this medication will minimize your risk of dying from it.

Taking this medication daily, coupled with a balanced diet and exercise, will allow you to live a normal, healthy life. You should continue using it for as long as suggested. 

How to take this medication

Take this medication as advised by your doctor, to get better results take this medication in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew or crush this medication, swallow this medication as a whole with a glass of water with or without food. 

You can take Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet with food at any time of day, but ideally at the same time each day. Your doctor will select the dosage. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may rise, putting you at risk of severe problems such as kidney damage and blindness. This prescription is simply one component of a treatment plan that should include a balanced diet, regular exercise, and weight loss as prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects of Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet

Like other medications, Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet also has some adverse effects that do not require any medical attention and disappear over time when your body adjusts to Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet. However, if you experience these side effects continuously then consult with your doctor and get medical help if you are worried for them.

• Urinary tract infection
• Genital fungal infection
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
• Flatulence
• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Joint pain

Drinking plenty of fluids while using it will assist in avoiding dehydration. Some persons may get fungal infections in their vaginal area. Practicing proper hygiene can help prevent this.

How Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet Works

The combination of  Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet belongs to anti-diabetic medication. Empagliflozin works by eliminating excess glucose from the body via urine. Metformin acts by decreasing glucose synthesis in the liver, slowing glucose absorption from the intestines, and boosting insulin sensitivity. They work together to reduce blood glucose more effectively.

Precautions for taking this medication

Alcohol – Consumption of alcohol is unsafe to use while taking this medication.

Pregnancy – If you are pregnant or planning to conceive then inform your doctor before taking this medication. Empagliflozin 5 Mg Metformin 500 Mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. So never take this medication without consulting with your doctor.

Breastfeeding – Consult with your doctor before taking this medication if you are nursing your child. 

Driving – This medication affects the ability of your vision and makes you sleepy. So do not drive after taking this medication.

Kidney – If you are a kidney patient then avoid taking this medication. This medication is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease. So consult with your doctor before taking this medication.

Liver – If you are suffering from liver impairment then consult with your doctor before taking this medication. Your doctor may prescribe this medication with caution so consult with your doctor.