Jardiance: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Jardiance is effective in controlling high blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. Good blood sugar control will prevent complications such as kidney damage, nerve problems, blindness. , gangrene of extremities and problems with sexual function.

1. What does Jardiance do?

What is the drug Jardiance? Jardiance, also known as Empagliflozin, is effective in controlling high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Jardiance works by increasing the elimination of sugar through the kidneys. Jardiance is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease to reduce the risk of dying from a heart attack or stroke.
Jardiance is used in conjunction with an appropriate diet and exercise program. Good control of blood sugar will help prevent complications caused by diabetes such as blindness, gangrene of the extremities, kidney damage, nerve problems and sexual function.

2. How to use the drug Jardiance

Jardiance is made in the form of a film-coated tablet with a light yellow color, oval shape and imprinted with the logo. So it is taken by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning. Dosage will be based on the patient's medical condition and response to treatment.
Use the Jardiance potion regularly to get the most benefit from it. Never increase the dose or abuse the drug for longer than prescribed. This not only makes the condition improve faster, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens as your blood sugar remains elevated.

3. Undesirable effects when using the drug Jardiance

Some unwanted effects that may occur when using Jardiance include:
Frequent urination Dizziness Dizziness Serious side effects such as urinary tract infections (symptoms include burning, pain, urinating more often, urine with blood in it), signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine), unusual tiredness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, trouble breathing, etc. New yeast infections in the penis or vagina: Jardiance can also cause a rare but very serious bacterial infection of the genital/anal area (fournier gangrene). Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have signs of a yeast infection in your vagina (eg, unusual vaginal discharge, burning, itching, odor) or on your penis (hives). redness, itching, swelling of the penis, unusual discharge from the penis). However, get medical help if you have pain, redness, swelling in or around the genital or anal area accompanied by a fever or feel unwell. Symptoms of hyperglycemia include increased thirst, increased urination, drowsiness, confusion, rapid breathing, and fruity breath. If these symptoms occur, notify your doctor immediately. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medications. Dehydration: Jardiance may cause you to lose too much water from your body. Dehydration can lead to serious kidney damage. Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you are unable to drink fluids as usual, or lose fluids (for example, from vomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating). Also, tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of dehydration, such as urinating less than usual, dry mouth, unusual thirst, heart palpitations or dizziness, fainting.

Jardiance does not usually cause hypoglycemia. Low blood sugar can occur if Jardiance is prescribed with other diabetes medications, or if you don't consume enough calories from food or exercise unusually heavy. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about whether your other diabetes medications need to be reduced. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include hunger, blurred vision, tremors, sudden sweating, heart palpitations, dizziness or tingling in the hands/feet. Carrying sugar glucose is a good habit tablets or gel to treat low blood sugar. If you don't have these reliable forms of glucose, get your blood sugar up quickly by eating a quick source of sugar like table sugar, candy, honey, or drinking fruit juice. Inform your doctor immediately of your reaction and use of this product. To help prevent hypoglycemia, eat regularly scheduled meals and do not skip meals. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to find out what to do if you miss a meal.
Before prescribing, doctors always weigh the benefits of Jardiance more than the risk of side effects. However, in some cases, unwanted effects can still occur, so when you see unusual signs, especially when an allergic reaction occurs such as rash, itching or swelling of the face, tongue, throat, severe dizziness, difficulty breathing,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the doctor for prompt medical intervention.

4. Some notes when using the drug Jardiance

Some notes when using Jardiance include:
Before taking Jardiance, tell your doctor if you have a history of allergy to empagliflozin, or any other allergies. Jardiance medicinal products may contain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Report medical history, especially kidney disease (such as on dialysis), excessive loss of body fluids, pancreatic disease (pancreatitis), alcohol use/abuse, stones in the gallbladder, blood low blood pressure, heart failure, high cholesterol, yeast infection in the vagina or penis,... Do not drive, use machinery or perform any activity that requires alertness or clear vision for until you are sure that the operations can be performed safely. Because Jardiance can cause blurred vision and dizziness. To reduce the risk of dizziness get up slowly or when changing positions from lying down to sitting... Do not drink alcohol while taking Jardiance as it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar and high ketone levels. Before surgery, talk to your doctor or dentist about all the products you are using including over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal products. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug, especially kidney problems, dehydration, dizziness, and low blood pressure. During pregnancy, Jardiance should be used only when clearly needed. Pregnancy can cause or worsen diabetes. Discuss your plan with your doctor to manage gestational diabetes. Your doctor may change your diabetes treatment regimen during pregnancy (eg, your diet and medications, including insulin). It can be harder to control blood sugar when your body is under stress (such as from a fever, infection, injury, or surgery). Also, if you eat little or are unable to eat due to these conditions or any illness, this may lead to high ketone levels while you are taking this medicine. Consult your doctor as this may require changes to your treatment plan, medications, or blood sugar or ketones testing. Attend a diabetes education program to learn more about managing your diabetes with medication, diet, exercise, and regular checkups. Learn the symptoms of high or low blood sugar and how to manage low blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed by your healthcare provider. Keep all follow-up appointments and tests (eg, kidney function tests, blood pressure, blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, cholesterol, ketones) should be performed periodically to monitor response to treatment. or check for side effects. If you forget to take a dose of Jardiance, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is close to the time you remember to take your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the same time. Absolutely do not use twice the dose according to the treatment regimen. Overdosing on Jardiance can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, severe dizziness, weakness,...

5. Drug interactions

Drug interactions can decrease the effectiveness of Jardiance, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell the doctor about all other medications the patient takes, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines and herbal products. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent.
Beta-blockers can stop the fast, pounding heartbeat you usually feel when your blood sugar gets too low (hypoglycemia), eg metoprolol, propranolol, glaucoma eye drops like timolol,. .. Other symptoms of low blood sugar such as dizziness, hunger or sweating, are not affected by Jardiance drugs.
Many medications can affect blood sugar levels, making it harder to control. Before you start, stop, or change any medication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how medications can affect blood sugar readings. So check your blood sugar as often as directed and share the results with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high or low blood sugar. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet.
When using the drug Jardiance can change the results of urine tests, the results may be positive for glucose. Therefore, make sure that laboratory staff and all doctors know you are using Jardiance.

6. How to store the medicine Jardiance

Store Jardiance at room temperature, away from moisture and light. Do not store Jardiance in a humid place or in the freezer. Each medicine will have different storage methods, so read the Jardiance storage instructions carefully on the packaging, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Jardiance out of the reach of children and family pets. When medicine is past its expiration date or cannot be used, dispose of it properly. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Jardiance into an environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested to do so. Consult your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of Jardiance to help protect the environment.
In summary, Jardiance is effective in controlling high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. Good blood sugar control will prevent complications such as kidney damage, nerve problems. , blindness, gangrene of extremities and problems with sexual function. However, Jardiance can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicinal products you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and increase the effectiveness of treatment. .

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Reference source: webmd.com