Empagliflozin
Brand: Jardiance
Key warning
Caution: ketoacidosis and rare serious genital infection (Fournier's gangrene)
Common side effects
- Genital yeast infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Increased urination
- Dehydration
- Low blood pressure
Key interactions & cautions
- Diuretics add to fluid loss
- Low-sugar risk rises with insulin or sulfonylureas
- May affect kidney-related lab values
- Caution with blood-pressure drugs
Counseling points
- Take in the morning
- Stay well hydrated
- Report genital pain, redness, or swelling
- Practice good genital hygiene
- Report symptoms of ketoacidosis like deep breathing
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