Empaben L 25/5MG Tab — Side Effects & Warnings

Prescription-only antidiabetic. Risk of dehydration/low blood pressure (especially elderly or on diuretics); maintain adequate fluids. SGLT2 inhibitors may rarely cause ketoacidosis—seek urgent care for nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, fast breathing, unusual tiredness. Increased risk of genital mycotic infections and UTIs; maintain hygiene and report symptoms. Temporarily stop before major surgery/acute serious illness as advised. Use caution in kidney impairment; empagliflozin efficacy reduces with low eGFR and may be contraindicated in severe renal failure—doctor to monitor renal function. Rare risk of pancreatitis with DPP-4 inhibitors; stop and consult if severe abdominal pain. Not indicated for type 1 diabetes.