Empaone 10mg Tablet is used alone or with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It helps control the high blood sugar levels seen in diabetes, reducing the chances of serious complications and helping prevent heart disease.
Empaone 10mg Tablet can be taken with or without food at any time of day, but you should try to take it at the same time every day. Your doctor will decide the dose. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase, putting you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction, as your doctor advises.
The most common side effects of this medicine are urinary tract infections and female genital mycotic infections (vaginal yeast infections). It may cause the body to lose too much water. Hence, drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and to overcome the medicine's side effects. Some people may develop fungal infections in the genital area. Maintaining good hygiene can help prevent this.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems, a urinary tract infection, or are taking water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it, as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.
Uses of Empaone Tablet
Side effects of Empaone Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Empaone
Nausea
Vaginal yeast infection
Increased thirst
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Urinary tract infection
Vomiting
Constipation
Polyuria
Genital fungal infection
How to use Empaone Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Empaone 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Empaone Tablet works
Empaone 10mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Empaone 10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Empaone 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Empaone 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Empaone 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Empaone 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Empaone 10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Empaone Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Empaone 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Empaone 10mg Tablet is used alone or with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration), or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, and anxiety.
It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms, or unexplained nausea/vomiting.
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Q. What is the recommended method of taking Empaone 10mg Tablet?
Take the recommended dose advised by the doctor. Empaone 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water, preferably at the same time each day. For best results, it is important to stay on a diet and exercise program as directed by your doctor.
Q. Can I stop taking Empaone 10mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Empaone 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Doing so can lead to a sudden increase in your blood glucose levels. Use the medicine strictly according to the dose and duration the doctor advises. Never stop taking any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can Empaone 10mg Tablet be used with other diabetes medicines?
Yes, Empaone 10mg Tablet can be used alone or with other diabetes medicines. However, proper diet and exercise should be followed along with medicines.
Q. Can the use of Empaone 10mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar levels)?
Empaone 10mg Tablet does not cause very low blood sugar on its own. However, watch out for hypoglycemia if Empaone 10mg Tablet is taken along with other diabetes medicines such as insulin, sulfonylurea, or meglitinides.
Q. What is the significance of the HbA1c test?
Your doctor may ask you to get your HbA1c tested every 3 months to determine how well you have managed your blood sugar over the past 2-3 months.
Q. I am taking furosemide for high blood pressure. can I take Empaone 10mg Tablet with it?
Empaone 10mg Tablet may cause excessive fluid loss, or you may urinate more, resulting in dehydration. Since furosemide also causes fluid loss, taking it with Empaone 10mg Tablet may cause unusual thirst, lightheadedness, or dizziness upon standing, fainting, or loss of consciousness. Inform your doctor about furosemide before starting Empaone 10mg Tablet.
Q. What is the recommended method of taking Empaone 10mg Tablet?
Take the recommended dose advised by the doctor. Empaone 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water, preferably at the same time each day. For best results, it is important to stay on a diet and exercise program as directed by your doctor.
Q. Can I stop taking Empaone 10mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Empaone 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This can lead to a sudden increase in your blood glucose levels. Use the medicine strictly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Never stop taking any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Can Empaone 10mg Tablet be used with other diabetes medicine?
Yes, Empaone 10mg Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines. However, along with medicines, proper diet and exercise should be followed.
Q. Can the use of Empaone 10mg Tablet cause hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar levels)?
Empaone 10mg Tablet on its own does not cause very low blood sugar. However, if Empaone 10mg Tablet is taken along with other diabetes medicines such as insulin, sulfonylurea or meglitinides, then you may experience hypoglycemia.
Q. What is the significance of HbA1c test?
HbA1c test is done to see how well you have managed your blood sugar for the past 2-3 months. Your doctor may ask you to get your HbA1c tested every 3 months.
Q. I am taking furosemide for high blood pressure, can I take Empaone 10mg Tablet with it?
Empaone 10mg Tablet may cause excessive fluid loss or frequent urination, resulting in dehydration. Since furosemide also causes fluid loss, taking it with Empaone 10mg Tablet may cause fainting or loss of consciousness, unusual thirst, and lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing. Inform your doctor about furosemide before starting Empaone 10mg Tablet.
Q. If I forget to take Empaone 10mg Tablet, what should I do?
If you forget to take Empaone 10mg Tablet and the next dose is due after 12 hours, take it as soon as you remember and take the next dose at the schedule time. However, if it is less than 12 hours until your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose of Empaone 10mg Tablet to make up for a forgotten dose.
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