Empacon 25 (25mg Empacone)

Product Information

EMPACON (Empagliflozin) 25 mg is an oral medicine used alone or in combination with other antidiabetics to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It works by helping the kidneys remove glucose from the bloodstream, thereby lowering blood sugar levels.

• Helps reduce the risk of diabetes complications such as kidney damage, nerve problems, blindness, and cardiovascular disease.
• May be prescribed with other medicines, diet, exercise, and weight management.
• Should be taken once daily at the same time each day, with or without food.
• Do not stop treatment without consulting your doctor, as blood sugar may rise and complications may occur.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

EMPACON is prescribed to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It also lowers the risk of death from cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes and existing heart disease.

Uses

• Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus
• Reduction of cardiovascular risk in patients with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Benefits

• Lowers blood glucose by increasing urinary glucose excretion
• Helps prevent long-term complications of diabetes (kidney, eye, and nerve damage)
• Reduces risk of serious cardiovascular outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease
• Supports weight control and improved metabolic health when combined with lifestyle measures

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take EMPACON exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• May be taken with or without food, at the same time daily.
• Continue treatment even if you feel well, unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.
• Always follow your doctor’s advice on diet, exercise, and weight management.

Other Uses

Currently, EMPACON is used only for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk reduction in this setting.

Special Precautions

Before taking EMPACON, inform your doctor if you have:

• Kidney or liver disease
• History of urinary tract infections
• Low blood pressure or are taking diuretics (water pills)
• History of recurrent genital fungal infections

Additional precautions:

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.
• Avoid excessive alcohol use, as it may increase the risk of dehydration or low blood sugar.
• Monitor blood sugar regularly.
• Drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Nausea
• Increased urination
• Increased thirst
• Urinary tract infections
• Genital fungal infections
• Hypoglycemia (especially if used with other diabetes medicines)

Serious but less common side effects:

• Excessive dehydration (dizziness, low blood pressure)
• Severe urinary tract or genital infections
• Kidney problems

Seek medical help if side effects are persistent or severe.

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from moisture and direct heat.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.
• Dispose of expired or unused medicine safely according to pharmacist or local guidelines.

Emergency Guidance

• Overdose: Contact your doctor or poison control center immediately. Symptoms may include excessive urination, dehydration, or severe weakness.
• Allergic reaction: Seek emergency help if you experience rash, itching, swelling of the face/tongue/throat, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
• Severe side effects: Go to the nearest emergency department if you develop signs of severe infection, kidney problems, or dehydration.