Jardiance is used to control blood sugar and treat type 2 diabetes. It can also reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke if you have type 2 diabetes and risk factors for heart disease. Jardiance is more popular than other SGLT2 inhibitors. There are currently no generic alternatives to Jardiance.
Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Jardiance is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
dehydration
diabetic ketoacidosis
diet low in salt
eating less due to illness, surgery, dieting, or any other reason
having surgery
high cholesterol
high levels of potassium in the blood
history of pancreatitis or pancreas problems
history of yeast infection of the penis or vagina
if you often drink alcohol
infections in the bladder, kidneys, or urinary tract
kidney disease
liver disease
low blood pressure
on hemodialysis
problems urinating
type 1 diabetes
uncircumcised male
an unusual or allergic reaction to empagliflozin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take it in the morning, with or without food. Take your dose at the same time each day. Do not take more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.