1. Overview
This medicine is used to help manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It is prescribed when diet, exercise, and single medications are not sufficient to maintain healthy glucose levels.
2. How It Works
It works through two complementary actions: one component helps the kidneys remove excess glucose from the body through urine, while the other improves how the body uses insulin and reduces sugar production in the liver. Together, these actions help maintain steady blood sugar levels.
3. Common Uses
- Management of type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Control of fasting and post-meal blood sugar levels
- Support when single therapy is insufficient
- Long-term glucose management alongside lifestyle changes
4. Key Benefits
- Dual-action blood sugar control
- Helps lower excess glucose via kidney excretion
- Improves insulin effectiveness and liver glucose regulation
- Convenient combination therapy in a single tablet
5. Safety & Precautions
- Take only as prescribed by a healthcare professional
- Take with meals if advised
- Monitor blood sugar regularly
- Inform your doctor about kidney, liver, or heart conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from children
6. Scientific Literature (External Links)
- Empagliflozin in type 2 diabetes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=empagliflozin+type+2+diabetes
- Metformin in blood sugar control: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=metformin+type+2+diabetes
- Combination therapy with empagliflozin and metformin: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/?term=empagliflozin+metformin+comb
These details are compiled from publicly available scientific sources. MYMEDS.MD is not liable for clinical interpretation. Please consult a licensed medical practitioner for personalised guidance.
