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Glyxambi Information

Glyxambi (Empagliflozin/Linagliptin) is used to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This condition can cause complications like loss of sexual function, nerve problems, blindness, and loss of limbs. Controlling diabetes can reduce your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors like Empagliflozin work by increasing the removal of sugar by the kidneys. Dipeptodyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors like Linagliptin control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal, and by decreasing the amount of sugar the liver makes. Glyxambi is used together with diet and exercise to control blood sugar. The drug will not work for type 1 diabetes.

Glyxambi Side Effects

The most common side effects of Glyxambi may include bladder infection and signs of a cold, such as runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, dizziness, frequent urination, and lightheadedness. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Severe joint pain;
• Signs of low blood sugar, such as headache, hunger, dizziness, fast heartbeat;
• Signs of urinary tract infection such as urgent or burning urination;
• Unusual skin blisters;
• Unusual tiredness

Glyxambi Precautions

Do not use Glyxambi if you are allergic to Empagliflozin, Linagliptin, or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you are on a low-salt diet or have severe kidney disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, liver disease, a bladder infection, a pancreas disorder, gallstones, a genital infection, high cholesterol. Tell your doctor if you think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant, are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Glyxambi and other medications, like insulin, rifampin, furosemide, and losartan. Do not use Glyxambi if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. Controlling diabetes in pregnancy is very important. Do not use this drug during the second or third trimester. It is unknown if Empagliflozin or Linagliptin passes into your breastmilk or if it may harm nursing infants. This drug is not approved for use in children. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this drug by mouth, with or without food. Take the drug at the same time to help you remember. Your doctor may prescribe this drug as part of a comprehensive treatment program that includes exercise, weight control, and diet. This drug may make you dizzy. Stand up slowly from a sitting or lying position to reduce the risk of dizziness. Do not drive or use machinery until you can do it safely. Avoid alcohol when using Glyxambi. Alcohol can make you more dizzy. Store this medication at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Glyxambi?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Glyxambi.