Jardiance (Empagliflozin)

GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:

'Jardiance is an agent used in the management of type-2 diabetes mellitus that works by increasing how much sugar is passed in the urine. '.

If you think Jardiance is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.

How do I buy Jardiance online?

You can safely buy Jardiance online at UK Meds. You will first need to have an online consultation with a registered independent prescriber before your order will be supplied. The online consultation will ensure that Jardiance is the right medication for your medical condition.

What is Jardiance?

Empagliflozin

Jardiance is an oral medication used to treat type 2 diabetes. It contains the active ingredient empagliflozin, which helps manage blood sugar levels in people with this condition.

How does Jardiance work?

In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas may not produce enough insulin, or the body may not use it effectively. Since insulin regulates blood sugar, this can lead to dangerously high sugar levels. Jardiance works by helping your body remove excess sugar through your urine, effectively lowering blood sugar levels.

What are the benefits of taking Jardiance?

Jardiance helps control blood sugar levels, reducing symptoms of type 2 diabetes such as:

• Excessive thirst
• Frequent urination
• Extreme tiredness or fatigue

Properly managing type 2 diabetes is crucial to preventing long-term complications, such as issues with your eyes, heart, and nervous system. Jardiance plays a key role in helping you maintain better health and avoid these serious risks.

Jardiance Reviews

Read first hand what other UK Meds customers think about Jardiance and it's impact on patients lives on our customer reviews above. For further context there are also a large selection of Jardiance reviews describing what people think about their experiences with the medication available at Drugs.com and Web MD.

It is important to note that people may have different experiences when they use Jardiance. If someone states that their medication did not work as they had hoped, it does not mean that it will not work for you. If you believe that it is the right medication for you then the best thing to do is to consult your doctor or healthcare professional, and judge the medication based on your own experiences if they recommend it as a treatment. Before starting a medication you should always consult with your healthcare provider first to ensure that it is safe and suitable for your individual needs.

For more information on the prescription medication patients should refer to the Jardiance patient information leaflet.

How do I use Jardiance?

Jardiance is a prescription-only medication, so always follow your doctor’s advice and carefully read the patient information leaflet included with the medication.

• How to Take It: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food.
• When to Take It: You can take Jardiance at any time of day, but it’s important to stick to the same time each day to help you remember.

Always take Jardiance exactly as prescribed to ensure it works effectively for managing your diabetes.

What is the recommended dosage?

Jardiance contains the active ingredient empagliflozin, available in 10mg or 25mg tablets.

• Starting Dose: Typically, the initial dose is 10mg once daily.
• Adjustments: Your doctor may increase this to 25mg daily if needed. However, if you have kidney problems, your doctor may advise you to stay on the lower dose.
• Missed Dose: If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember—unless it's more than 12 hours late. In this case, skip the missed dose and take the next one as scheduled. Never take a double dose.
• Overdose: If you accidentally take more than prescribed, seek immediate medical attention from your doctor or nearest emergency department.

Always follow your doctor’s advice and use Jardiance as directed for the best results in managing your type 2 diabetes.

What precautions can Jardiance have?

Before starting Jardiance (empagliflozin), it’s essential to speak with your doctor and consider the following precautions:

Who Should Not Take Jardiance?

• Allergies: Do not take Jardiance if you are allergic to empagliflozin or any other ingredients in the medicine.
• Age Restrictions: Not suitable for those aged 85 or older.
• Breastfeeding: Avoid if you are breastfeeding.

Inform Your Doctor If:

• You have type 1 diabetes, which typically starts early in life and involves the body producing no insulin.
• You suffer from serious kidney problems.
• You are aged 75 or older.
• You experience vomiting, diarrhoea, or fever, or are unable to eat or drink.
• You have a serious kidney or urinary tract infection, especially with fever.

Drug Interactions

Jardiance may interact with other medications, including:

• Diuretics: Medicines that remove excess water from the body.
• Other diabetes medications: Such as insulin or “sulphonylureas,” which may lower blood sugar further.

Always inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking so they can assess whether Jardiance is safe for you.

Additional Precautions

• Foot Care: Regularly check your feet and follow any foot care advice from your healthcare provider.
• Pregnancy: Speak to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, as the effects on an unborn baby are unknown.
• Diet and Exercise: Even with Jardiance, you must maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine as recommended by your healthcare team.

What side effects can Jardiance have?

Like all medicines, Jardiance may cause side effects. These can vary in severity and frequency:

Common Side Effects (Affecting More Than 1 in 10 People)

• Genital infections, such as thrush in men and women.
• Increased urination or the need to urinate more frequently.
• Changes in cholesterol or blood fats.
• Increases in red blood cell count.
• Back pain.

Less Common Side Effects

• Dizziness.
• Skin rash.
• Changes in kidney function, such as reduced creatinine clearance.

When to Contact Your Doctor

• If side effects persist or worsen.
• For signs of:
  • Low blood sugar (e.g., sweating, shakiness, or confusion).
  • Severe dehydration (e.g., extreme thirst, dizziness, or fainting).
  • Urinary tract infections, especially with fever or pain when urinating.

Always follow your doctor’s instructions and report any unusual symptoms or concerns. Managing type 2 diabetes effectively with Jardiance involves not just medication but also maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

• Empagliflozin - NHS
• Empagliflozin - BNF
• Empagliflozin Tablets (Jardiance) - Patient.info

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