Jardiance 10 mg Tablet (Empagliflozin)

What is Jardiance 10 mg?

Jardiance 10 mg is an oral prescription tablet that contains 10 mg of Empagliflozin. It belongs to a class of medicines called sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors.

The medicine is widely used to help manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It also has important benefits for adults with certain heart and kidney conditions.

Jardiance is developed by Boehringer Ingelheim in collaboration with Eli Lilly. Unlike some diabetes medicines that mainly affect insulin activity, Jardiance works through the kidneys to remove excess glucose from the bloodstream.

The 10 mg strength is the recommended starting dose for people with type 2 diabetes and the recommended dose for its approved heart failure and chronic kidney disease uses.

Jardiance does not cure diabetes, heart failure, or kidney disease. However, when prescribed appropriately, it can help manage these conditions and reduce the risk of certain complications.

What is Jardiance 10 mg used for?

Jardiance 10 mg is prescribed for several medical conditions.

1. Type 2 diabetes

Jardiance helps improve blood sugar control in adults and children aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes when used alongside appropriate diet and exercise.

2. Heart failure

It helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalization for heart failure in adults living with heart failure.

3. Chronic kidney disease

Jardiance helps reduce the risk of worsening kidney function, kidney failure, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization in adults with chronic kidney disease who are at risk of disease progression.

4. Cardiovascular protection

For adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease, Jardiance reduces the risk of cardiovascular death.

These uses depend on the patient’s medical condition and the doctor’s assessment. Jardiance is not recommended for controlling blood sugar in people with type 1 diabetes.

How does Jardiance 10 mg work?

Jardiance 10 mg works by changing how the kidneys handle glucose.

Normally, the kidneys filter glucose from the blood and return most of it to the bloodstream. A protein called SGLT2 plays an important role in this process.

Empagliflozin blocks SGLT2, allowing more glucose to leave the body through urine. As a result, the amount of sugar circulating in the blood decreases.

This action does not directly depend on increasing insulin production.

Jardiance also causes the kidneys to remove some additional sodium and water. These effects contribute to its benefits in certain people with heart failure and kidney disease.

The medicine’s protective effects go beyond blood sugar reduction, although the exact processes involved are complex.

Jardiance works best as part of a treatment plan that includes appropriate medical monitoring and healthy daily habits.

How to take Jardiance 10 mg?

Take Jardiance 10 mg exactly as directed by your healthcare professional.

The usual recommended dose is 10 mg once daily, preferably in the morning.

Follow these instructions:

• Dosage: Take one 10 mg tablet daily unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Timing: Take it in the morning, preferably at a consistent time.
• With food: Jardiance can be taken with or without meals.
• How to take: Swallow the tablet with water.
• Daily use: Continue taking the medicine as prescribed, even if you feel well.
• Dose adjustment: Do not increase or decrease your dosage without medical advice.

For additional blood sugar control, a doctor may increase the daily dose to 25 mg if the patient is tolerating the 10 mg strength.

Before starting treatment, your doctor should assess your kidney function and check for dehydration.

Jardiance may need to be temporarily stopped during certain illnesses, surgery, or periods when you cannot eat or drink normally.

For planned surgery or procedures involving prolonged fasting, it is generally withheld for at least three days beforehand, when possible, following medical advice.

How long does Jardiance 10 mg take to work?

Jardiance begins affecting glucose removal through the kidneys after it is taken. However, improvements in blood sugar measurements may take several days to become noticeable.

Your doctor may check blood glucose readings and HbA1c levels to understand how well the medicine is controlling diabetes.

HbA1c reflects average blood sugar levels over approximately two to three months.

The heart and kidney benefits of Jardiance are assessed over longer periods and cannot usually be judged from how a person feels after taking a few tablets.

For this reason, regular treatment and follow-up appointments are important.

Do not stop taking Jardiance simply because you do not notice an immediate change.

What are the side effects of Jardiance 10 mg?

Like other prescription medicines, Jardiance 10 mg may cause side effects. Some people experience mild symptoms, while others may develop problems requiring medical attention.

Common side effects

Possible side effects include:

• Increased urination
• Genital yeast infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Feeling thirsty
• Dizziness related to dehydration
• Low blood sugar when used with certain other diabetes medicines

Jardiance increases glucose in urine, which can make genital infections more likely.

Drinking an appropriate amount of fluid and maintaining good personal hygiene may help manage certain treatment-related problems.

If you have heart failure or kidney disease and follow a fluid restriction, ask your doctor how much fluid is appropriate.

Serious side effects

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Jardiance can sometimes cause a dangerous buildup of acids called ketones in the blood.

Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, unusual tiredness, or difficulty breathing.

This condition can occur even when blood sugar levels are not particularly high. Stop taking Jardiance and seek emergency medical care if ketoacidosis is suspected.

Severe dehydration

Excess fluid loss may lead to low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, or changes in kidney function.

Serious urinary infections

Fever, chills, back pain, or painful urination may indicate an infection that needs prompt treatment.

Fournier’s gangrene

A very rare but life-threatening infection can affect the genital or surrounding area. Pain, redness, swelling, and fever require immediate medical attention.

Allergic reactions

Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, especially with breathing difficulty, requires emergency care.

Patients should also report new foot sores, infections, or unusual leg pain promptly.

Jardiance 10 mg drug interactions

Some medicines may change the effects or safety of Jardiance.

Insulin and sulfonylureas

Taking Jardiance with insulin or medicines such as glimepiride or gliclazide may increase the risk of low blood sugar.

Your doctor may adjust your other diabetes medicines when necessary.

Diuretics

Medicines that increase urine production, such as furosemide, may increase fluid loss when taken with Jardiance.

This combination can raise the risk of dehydration and low blood pressure.

Lithium

Jardiance may reduce lithium levels in the blood. Patients taking lithium may need additional monitoring.

Other medicines

Tell your doctor about prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Jardiance also increases urine glucose levels, so some urine-based glucose tests may not be suitable for monitoring diabetes.

Never change existing medicines without consulting your healthcare professional.

Precautions and warnings

Before using Jardiance 10 mg, discuss your medical history with your doctor.

Kidney problems: Kidney function should be assessed before treatment and monitored when needed. Jardiance is not recommended for lowering blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes whose eGFR is below 30 mL/min/1.73 m², although it may still be prescribed for certain heart or kidney benefits.

Dehydration: Vomiting, diarrhea, fever, or reduced fluid intake can increase the risk of complications.

Type 1 diabetes: Jardiance is not recommended for blood sugar control in type 1 diabetes because of the increased risk of ketoacidosis.

Pregnancy: Jardiance is not recommended during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Breastfeeding: Jardiance is not recommended while breastfeeding.

Older adults: Older patients may have a greater risk of dehydration and kidney-related adverse effects.

Allergies: Do not use Jardiance if you have a known serious allergy to Empagliflozin or another ingredient in the tablet.

Always tell your doctor about upcoming surgery, prolonged fasting, or major changes in your eating habits.

What if I miss a dose or take too much?

Missed dose

If you forget to take Jardiance 10 mg, take the missed tablet when you remember.

However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed tablet and continue with your normal routine.

Never take two doses together to replace a forgotten tablet.

Overdose

Taking more Jardiance than prescribed may increase the risk of dehydration or other harmful effects.

If you accidentally take too much, contact your healthcare professional or Poison Control promptly.

Seek emergency medical care if you develop serious symptoms.

Jardiance 10 mg vs Jardiance 25 mg

Jardiance is available in two strengths: 10 mg and 25 mg. Both contain Empagliflozin, but they are prescribed according to the patient’s medical needs.

Features	Jardiance 10 mg	Jardiance 25 mg
Active ingredient	Empagliflozin	Empagliflozin
Strength	10 mg	25 mg
Drug class	SGLT2 inhibitor	SGLT2 inhibitor
Daily frequency	Once daily	Once daily
Diabetes treatment	Starting and maintenance dose	Option for additional blood sugar control
Heart failure treatment	Recommended dose	Not the recommended dose for this indication
Chronic kidney disease treatment	Recommended dose	Not the recommended dose for this indication

The 25 mg strength may be considered when additional blood sugar reduction is needed in patients who tolerate 10 mg.

A higher dose does not automatically provide greater heart or kidney protection.

How to store Jardiance 10 mg?

Proper storage helps maintain the medicine’s quality.

• Store at controlled room temperature, usually 20°C to 25°C.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat or moisture.
• Keep the tablets in their original packaging or properly closed container.
• Store away from children and pets.
• Check the expiration date before use.
• Do not use damaged or expired tablets.

Ask a pharmacist about safe disposal of unused or expired medicine.

Why choose Jardiance 10 mg?

Jardiance 10 mg is a well-established prescription treatment with several approved medical uses.

Its main features include:

• Helps improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes.
• Offers proven cardiovascular benefits in specific patient groups.
• Helps slow kidney disease progression in eligible adults.
• Requires only one daily dose.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Has a well-studied safety and effectiveness profile.

These benefits do not mean Jardiance is suitable for everyone. A healthcare professional should decide whether it is an appropriate treatment based on kidney function, medical history, and other medicines.

Frequently asked questions

Is Jardiance 10 mg used for diabetes?

Yes. Jardiance 10 mg helps control blood sugar in adults and children aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise.

Can Jardiance 10 mg help protect the heart?

Yes. Jardiance reduces certain cardiovascular risks in adults with heart failure and in adults with type 2 diabetes who have established cardiovascular disease.

Can Jardiance 10 mg help with kidney disease?

Yes. Jardiance can reduce the risk of worsening kidney function and certain serious outcomes in eligible adults with chronic kidney disease.

Can I take Jardiance 10 mg every day?

Yes. Jardiance is generally prescribed once daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions and do not change the schedule yourself.

Can Jardiance 10 mg be taken without food?

Yes. You can take the tablet with or without meals, preferably in the morning.

Does Jardiance 10 mg cause low blood sugar?

Jardiance has a relatively low risk of causing low blood sugar when used alone in adults. However, the risk increases when it is combined with insulin or certain other diabetes medicines.

Does Jardiance 10 mg cause weight loss?

Some patients experience modest weight loss because the medicine removes glucose through urine. However, Jardiance is not approved as a weight-loss medicine.

Is Jardiance 10 mg safe for long-term use?

Jardiance is often prescribed for long-term treatment. Its suitability depends on your health condition, kidney function, side effects, and regular medical monitoring.

Can I stop taking Jardiance when my blood sugar becomes normal?

Do not stop taking Jardiance without medical advice. Blood sugar levels may rise again, and stopping treatment may affect other benefits for which it was prescribed.

Do I need a prescription for Jardiance 10 mg?

Yes. Jardiance 10 mg is a prescription-only medicine. A qualified healthcare professional should confirm whether it is appropriate for your condition.