Drug reference
empagliflozin
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Drug class
Endocrine (Glycosurics)
Mechanism of action
SGLT2 is expressed in the proximal renal tubules and is responsible for the majority of the reabsorption of filtered glucose from the tubular lumen; SGLT2 inhibitors reduce glucose reabsorption and lower the renal threshold for glucose, thereby increasing urinary glucose excretion
Common side effects
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Arthralgia
- Female genital mycotic infections
- Increased urination
- Dyslipidemia
- Urinary tract infection
Known interactions (3)
- bisoprolol + empagliflozin Moderate
- empagliflozin + Sulpiride Moderate
- empagliflozin + torsemide Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is empagliflozin?
empagliflozin belongs to: Endocrine.
How does empagliflozin work?
SGLT2 is expressed in the proximal renal tubules and is responsible for the majority of the reabsorption of filtered glucose from the tubular lumen; SGLT2 inhibitors reduce glucose reabsorption and lower the renal threshold for glucose, thereby increasing urinary glucose excretion
What are the common side effects of empagliflozin?
Upper respiratory tract infection, Arthralgia, Female genital mycotic infections, Increased urination, Dyslipidemia, Urinary tract infection
Which drugs interact with empagliflozin?
bisoprolol, Sulpiride, torsemide
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