Gibtulio 10 Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Gibtulio 10 MG Description
Gibtulio tablet 10 mg contains the medicine empagliflozin. It belongs to a group of medicines called sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. It is used in treating type 2 diabetes patient
s in whom the blood sugar levels cannot be controlled by diet and exercise alone.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹534.17 |
You Save | ₹52.83 (9% on MRP) |
Contains | Empagliflozin(10.0 Mg) |
Uses | Type 2 diabetes treatment, reduce heart disease risk in diabetics |
Side effects | Genital infection, diarrhoea, urinary tract infection, nausea, vomiting |
Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
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Uses of Gibtulio 10 MG
- To lower blood sugar level in type 2 diabetes mellitus
- To treat chronic heart failure in patients with a weak heart pump
Contraindications of Gibtulio 10 MG
- Hypersensitivity to empagliflozin or other contents of the tablet
- In pregnancy or when breastfeeding, this medicine is not advised
- Intolerance to sugars like lactose
- Not recommended in children or adolescents below 16 years of age
Side effects of Gibtulio 10 MG
- Very low blood sugar
- Dehydration
- Constipation
- Urinary tract infection
- Frequent urination
- Genital yeast infection
Precautions and Warnings of Gibtulio 10 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Is taking the Gibtulio tablet safe during pregnancy?
A:
While there isn't enough data to indicate that this medicine harms the baby, as a precaution, it is advised to avoid this medicine in pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Is it okay to take Gibtulio when I'm breastfeeding?
A:
Animal studies indicate that this medicine passes into the breast milk and thus, a risk to humans can not be ruled out. Therefore, it is best to avoid it while breastfeeding periods.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive after taking the Gibtulio tablet?
A:
While the medicine itself minimally affects the ability to drive, very low blood sugar levels can affect performance when used with other diabetes medications. So, it may be best to avoid driving after a few hours after taking the medicine.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol after taking the Gibtulio tablet?
A:
Alcohol consumption can increase the risk for ketoacidosis, a serious complication. Consult the doctor for information on safety of drinking alcohol after taking the tablet.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have type 1 diabetes or have recently had diabetic ketoacidosis
- You have had a urinary tract infection or are having trouble urinating
- You are having serious problems with your kidneys or liver
- You have Forunier's gangrene
- You are at a greater risk of dehydration (if you are sick, have diarrhoea, you are taking blood pressure medications)
- You are above 75 years of age
- You have a serious infection of kidneys or urinary tract
- You are taking blood pressure medicine
- You have a different illness and are taking various medications to treat it
- You develop multiple symptoms such as pain, swelling in genitals, fever, feeling unwell
- You experience weight loss, feeling sick, stomach pain, excessive thirst, fast breathing, sleepiness, a peculiar taste in the mouth, a different odour to urine or sweat
- You have galactose intolerance
Mode of Action of Gibtulio 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Empagliflozin in Gibtulio tablet acts by increasing the total glucose excreted from the body. It does this by inhibiting a transporter present in parts of the kidney that absorbs the glucose back into the blood. Hence, often patients' urine tests positive for glucose after taking this medication. It also reduces the threshold of the kidneys to excrete glucose levels. By this action, it is able to reduce the fasting as well as post-meal glucose levels in the blood. It acts on blood pressure likely through the reduced sodium absorption in blood and by increased excretion through urine....
Directions for Use of Gibtulio 10 MG
- Swallow the medication whole with water
- Always take Gibtulio tablet exactly as advised by your doctor, without chewing or crushing the tablet before swallowing it
- Do not change its dosage until and unless told by the doctor
- Take this medication with or without food
- Remember to take any other diabetes medications that your doctor has given
- Keep in mind that this medicine may result in a positive blood glucose test in your urine
- Try to take it the same time every day so that you will not tend to forget a dose
Interactions of Gibtulio 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Empagliflozin may enhance the urinary effect of medicines like thiazide and loop diuretics and increase risk of dehydration and low blood pressure
- Taking insulin or other blood lowering medicines can lead to very low blood sugar levels
- Taking this medicine with probenecid, gemfibrozil, and rifampicin increases blood levels of empagliflozin
- Co-treatment with those that induce UGT enzymes may reduce the effect of this medicine
Storage and disposal of Gibtulio 10 MG
Try to maintain storage temperatures between 20°C to 25°C but little fluctuations are acceptable. Do not allow children to access this medicine. Do not use beyond expiry date. Avoid use if the packaging is damaged or looks like it has been tampered with. Reach out to a pharmacist for proper disposal methods of unused and leftover products....
Dosage of Gibtulio 10 MG
Overdose
In case of an overdose, contact your doctor asap or go to emergency room immediately and take your tablet pack with you.
Missed a Dose
Take Gibtulio tablet as soon as you remember if you miss a dose only if there are 12 or more hours for the next one. But if there are less than 12 hours, do not take the missed tablet even if you have remembered. Then you can proceed with the next tablet as scheduled. It is not advisable to take an extra tablet in order to compensate for a dose you missed....
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking this medication if glucose levels are reduced?
A: While diabetes is a chronic disease and cannot be reversed, it is possible to go off medications by controlling blood glucose levels with the help of diet and exercise. However, you should not take this decision by yourself and always ask your doctor about the possibility of managing diabetes only through diet and exercise.
Q: What extra care can I take while on this medication?
A: While taking Gibtulio tablet, you need to monitor your feet for signs of neuropathy that may result. It is important to regularly check kidney function as well to avoid toxicity. If proteins are detected in the urine, it may be a sign of malfunctioning of the kidneys and the medication may not be excreted out of the body properly.
Q: Is this tablet/medication habit-forming?
A: No, this medicine is not habit-forming. It is ,however, a prescription medicine so it must be used only if prescribed by a doctor. Do not decide to take it by yourself.
Q: What can be done if blood glucose levels drop too low?
A: This may happen if you are taking other diabetes medications. If this happens, you should immediately ingest a glucose-rich drink or food item to restore your glucose levels. However, you should notify your doctor if this occurs so that the cause may be established and further incidents can be avoided.
References
- DailyMed - JARDIANCE- empagliflozin tablet, film coated [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 14 March 2022]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=faf3dd6a-9cd0-39c2-0d2e-232cb3f67565
- Jardiance 10 mg film-coated tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 14 March 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5441/smpc#gref
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Brand
GIBTULIO
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
29/06/2026
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