Description

Jardiance is an oral anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes.

Prescription

• Prescription-only medicine (POM)

Dosage

•  Adults: 10mg once daily, may be increased to 25mg once daily

Therapeutic Category

• Antidiabetic, SGLT2 inhibitor

Active Ingredients/Composition

•  Empagliflozin 10mg or 25mg
•  Other ingredients: Mannitol, Microcrystalline cellulose, Hydroxypropyl cellulose

Variant

•  Jardiance 10mg tablets
•  Jardiance 25mg tablets

Consume Type

• Oral tablet

Directions/Usage

•  Swallow the tablet whole with water.
•  Take once daily, with or without food.
•  Use as directed by a healthcare professional.

Common Side Effects

•  Urinary tract infections
•  Increased urination
•  Thirst
•  Constipation
•  Abdominal pain
•  Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
•  Allergic reactions (rare)

Package Type

• 14, 28, or 30 tablets per blister pack

Storage Advice

•  Store in the original package.
•  Protect from moisture and heat sources.
•  Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice

•  Use as directed by a healthcare professional.
•  Monitor blood sugar levels regularly.
•  Report any signs of hypoglycemia or allergic reactions.

Product Substitutes

•  Other SGLT2 inhibitors, such as Canagliflozin (Invokana) or Dapagliflozin (Farxiga)

Manufacturer/Marketer

•  Name: Boehringer Ingelheim, Eli Lilly and Company
•  Reputation: Reputable pharmaceutical companies

Country of Origin

Germany, United States, or other countries