Brand Jardiance (Empagliflozin) 25mg

Short Description

Jardiance 25mg is a brand-name tablet containing empagliflozin, a medicine belonging to the SGLT2 inhibitor class. It is used to help manage type 2 diabetes and, in certain patients, to reduce cardiovascular and kidney-related risks associated with heart failure or chronic kidney disease.

What Is Jardiance 25mg?

Jardiance 25mg contains empagliflozin, an SGLT2 (sodium-glucose co-transporter 2) inhibitor. This class of medicines works on the kidneys rather than directly on insulin production, making it distinct from many other diabetes treatments.

25mg is the highest approved daily dose of Jardiance and may be used when a lower dose has not achieved the desired level of blood sugar control, or as prescribed based on the specific condition being treated.

Beyond blood sugar management, Jardiance is also used in certain adults to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications and to support kidney health, depending on individual diagnosis and risk factors.

Uses

Jardiance 25mg may be prescribed to:

• Improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise

• Reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalisation in adults with heart failure

• Reduce the risk of worsening kidney function, kidney failure, and cardiovascular death in certain adults with chronic kidney disease

• Reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease

  
  

The appropriate use, strength, and duration of treatment with Jardiance should be determined by a healthcare professional based on individual health needs.

How Does Jardiance Work?

Jardiance works by blocking a protein in the kidneys called SGLT2, which normally reabsorbs glucose back into the bloodstream. By blocking this protein, Jardiance allows excess glucose to be removed from the body through urine instead, which lowers blood sugar levels. This mechanism also leads to the loss of some excess sodium and fluid, which is thought to contribute to its cardiovascular and kidney benefits.

Because it works independently of insulin, its blood-sugar-lowering effect is generally noticeable within the first few weeks of treatment, though the full benefit, particularly for heart and kidney outcomes, tends to develop with longer-term use.

How to Take Jardiance

Take Jardiance exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional.

• Usually taken once daily, generally in the morning

• Can be taken with or without food

• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it

• Try to take it at the same time each day

• Continue taking Jardiance even if you feel well, as it manages an ongoing condition rather than curing it

• Do not stop or change your dose without speaking to your doctor first

  
  

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for your next dose, in which case skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed one.

Important Safety Information

Before taking Jardiance, tell your doctor or pharmacist about your full medical history and all medicines, supplements, and herbal products you currently use.

Caution or additional monitoring may be needed if you have:

• Kidney problems

• A history of urinary tract or genital infections

• Low blood pressure or are prone to dehydration

• Type 1 diabetes (Jardiance is not approved for this use)

• A history of pancreatitis or other pancreatic disorders

• Plans for surgery, or a low-carbohydrate/ketogenic diet

  
  

Jardiance may interact with other medicines, particularly insulin or other medicines that lower blood sugar (which may increase the risk of hypoglycemia), as well as diuretics ("water pills"), due to an increased risk of fluid loss. This is not a complete list, so it's important to check possible interactions with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or combining treatments.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Jardiance is generally not recommended during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, and its use in the first trimester has not been well studied. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, speak with your doctor about the most appropriate treatment options.

It is not known whether Jardiance passes into human breast milk, but due to potential effects on infant kidney development, breastfeeding is generally not recommended while taking this medicine. Recommendations may vary, so discuss your individual situation with your doctor or pharmacist.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Jardiance can cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them.

Common side effects include:

• Urinary tract infections

• Genital yeast infections

• Increased urination or thirst

• Upper respiratory tract infections

• Joint pain

  
  

Seek prompt medical attention if you experience symptoms of dehydration, signs of a urinary or genital infection that worsens or is accompanied by fever, unusual tiredness with nausea or stomach pain (which may indicate ketoacidosis), or pain, swelling, or redness in the genital or rectal area.

This is not a complete list of side effects or warnings. Please refer to the product packaging and patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine for complete information and speak with your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns.

Storage

Store Jardiance according to the instructions shown on the original product packaging.

• Keep in the original packaging

• Protect from moisture

• Keep out of reach and sight of children

• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging