{"product_id":"empagen-tablets-25mg","title":"Empagen Tablets 25mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eMedicine Name: Empagen Tablets 25mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Empagen Tablets – Product Specification\u003cbr\u003eRequires Prescription:\u003cbr\u003eYes\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eGeneric Name:\u003cbr\u003eEmpagliflozin\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed For:\u003cbr\u003eTreatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus\u003cbr\u003eAs monotherapy (when metformin is inappropriate or not tolerated)\u003cbr\u003eAs add-on therapy to other glucose-lowering medicines (e.g., insulin)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eMechanism of Action:\u003cbr\u003eEmpagliflozin is a Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, which:\u003cbr\u003eInhibits glucose reabsorption in the kidneys\u003cbr\u003eReduces the renal threshold for glucose\u003cbr\u003eIncreases urinary glucose excretion\u003cbr\u003eLowers blood glucose levels independently of insulin\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eDosage:\u003cbr\u003eEmpagliflozin (exact dose as per physician’s guidance)\u003cbr\u003eTaken once daily, with or without food\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eSide Effects:\u003cbr\u003eFrequency    Side Effects\u003cbr\u003eVery Common    Hypoglycemia (when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas)\u003cbr\u003eCommon    Vaginal moniliasis, vulvovaginitis, balanitis, genital infections, urinary tract infection, pruritus (itching), increased urination\u003cbr\u003eUncommon    Volume depletion, dysuria (painful urination), increased serum creatinine \/ reduced GFR\u003cbr\u003eRare    Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrug Interactions:\u003cbr\u003eDiuretics (especially thiazide and loop types) – may increase risk of dehydration and hypotension\u003cbr\u003eOther SGLT2 inhibitors – avoid duplication\u003cbr\u003eCaution with any medications affecting renal function or volume status\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eIndications:\u003cbr\u003eEmpagliflozin is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise for:\u003cbr\u003eMonotherapy – When metformin is not tolerated or contraindicated\u003cbr\u003eAdd-on therapy – In combination with other antidiabetic agents including insulin, when additional glycemic control is needed\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eContraindications \/ When NOT to Use:\u003cbr\u003eKnown hypersensitivity to empagliflozin or any excipients\u003cbr\u003eSevere renal impairment, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), or on dialysis\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003ePrecautions:\u003cbr\u003eMay cause intravascular volume contraction\u003cbr\u003eUse with caution in:\u003cbr\u003eElderly\u003cbr\u003eRenally impaired patients\u003cbr\u003ePatients on diuretics\u003cbr\u003eThose with low systolic blood pressure\u003cbr\u003eEnsure hydration and monitor blood pressure\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eWarnings:\u003cbr\u003eHypoglycemia Risk\u003cbr\u003eIncreases when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas\u003cbr\u003eConsider reducing the dose of insulin or secretagogues\u003cbr\u003eUrinary Tract Infections (UTIs)\u003cbr\u003eRisk of serious infections like urosepsis and pyelonephritis\u003cbr\u003eDiscontinue in cases of recurrent UTIs\u003cbr\u003eDiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)\u003cbr\u003eNot for type 1 diabetes or for DKA treatment\u003cbr\u003eStop treatment if DKA is suspected or if patient is hospitalized for surgery or acute illness\u003cbr\u003eCan restart once patient stabilizes\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003ePregnancy Category:\u003cbr\u003eConsult your physician before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding\u003cbr\u003e________________________________________\u003cbr\u003eStorage (YES\/NO):\u003cbr\u003eYes – Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wellness Hospital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53336106008907,"sku":null,"price":520.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5711\/6491\/files\/22324.webp?v=1757313065","url":"https:\/\/wellnesspharmacy.pk\/products\/empagen-tablets-25mg","provider":"The Wellness Hospital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}