MedDataToolJardiance is a medication used to help reduce the risk of heart-related issues in adults with heart failure and to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by preventing the kidneys from reabsorbing sugar back into the blood, which helps lower blood sugar levels and can also help the heart. You take it as a pill once a day, starting with a dose of 10 mg, which can be increased to a maximum of 25 mg if needed and tolerated. It's important to know that Jardiance is not recommended for people with type 1 diabetes, as it can increase the risk of a serious condition called diabetic ketoacidosis. Additionally, if you're taking insulin or certain other diabetes medications, you may need to be cautious about the risk of low blood sugar.
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Uses
- Reduce risk of cardiovascular death in adults with heart failure.
- Reduce risk of cardiovascular death in adults with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
- Improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
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Dosage
10 mg once daily in the morning, with or without food.
May increase to 25 mg for better glycemic control if tolerated.
Not recommended for patients with eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m².
Assess volume status and renal function before starting.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
urinary tract infectionsgenital infectionsincreased urinationketoacidosis
Serious
volume depletionFournier's gangreneacute kidney injury
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Not recommended for patients with type 1 diabetes.
- May increase risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in type 1 diabetes.
- Contraindicated in patients on dialysis.
- Monitor for volume depletion and renal function.
- Increased risk of hypoglycemia with insulin or insulin secretagogues.
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Drug interactions
- Diureticsincreased urine volume and risk of dehydrationCaution
- Insulin or insulin secretagoguesincreased risk of hypoglycemiaMonitor
- Lithiummay decrease serum lithium concentrationsCaution
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).