EMPAROL-M 5 mg + 500 mg Tablet contains:
Empagliflozin 5 mg
Metformin Hydrochloride 500 mg
It is a combination oral antidiabetic medicine used to improve blood sugar control in adults with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. (SK Pharma)
Empagliflozin belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor group. It works by helping the kidneys remove excess glucose through urine.
Metformin belongs to the biguanide group. It helps reduce glucose production in the liver and improves the body's response to insulin.
Together, they help control blood sugar levels through two different mechanisms. (Medex)
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Control of high blood sugar along with diet and exercise
Patients who need additional glucose control with combination therapy
May help reduce certain cardiovascular risks in suitable diabetic patients
Adults: Usually 1 tablet once or twice daily with meals or as prescribed by a physician
Dose depends on blood sugar level, kidney function, and response to treatment
Maximum dose should be determined by a doctor
Take with meals to reduce stomach discomfort
Swallow the tablet whole with water
Do not crush or chew the tablet
Take regularly at the same time each day
Maintain proper diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Stomach discomfort
Increased urination
Increased thirst
Urinary tract infection
Genital fungal infection
Use only under medical supervision
Kidney function should be checked before and during treatment
Maintain adequate fluid intake to avoid dehydration
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or frequent infections
Seek medical advice if you experience severe weakness, vomiting, abdominal pain, or unusual tiredness
Not recommended for Type 1 diabetes
Inform your doctor before surgery or prolonged fasting
Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding