Generic name:empagliflozin and metformin [ EM-pa-gli-FLOE-zin-and-met-FOR-min ]
Brand names: Synjardy, Synjardy XR
Drug class:Antidiabetic combinations
What is Synjardy?
Synjardy contains a combination of empagliflozin and metformin. Empagliflozin and metformin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels. Empagliflozin works by helping the kidneys get rid of glucose from your bloodstream. Metformin lowers glucose production in the liver and also causes your intestines to absorb less glucose.
Synjardy is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Synjardy is also used to lower the risk of death from heart attack, stroke, or heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes who also have heart disease.
Synjardy is not for treating type 1 diabetes.
Warnings
Synjardy may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. Get emergency medical help if you have even mild symptoms such as: muscle pain or weakness, numb or cold feeling in your arms and legs, trouble breathing, stomach pain, nausea with vomiting, slow or irregular heartbeats, dizziness, or feeling very weak or tired.
Tell your doctor if you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea, or if you eat or drink less than usual.
In rare cases, this medicine can cause serious infections in the penis or vagina. Get medical help right away if you h...
