Jardiance is a drug that lowers blood sugar by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver produces and increasing the amount of sugar your muscles can use. It also may have a neutral impact on the production of fat in your body. In clinical trials, Jardiance combined with diet and exercise was shown to result in significant reductions in blood sugar levels among participants who had type 2 diabetes. Jardiance works by lowering excess sugar production from the liver and increasing sugar uptake from muscle into the bloodstream instead.
This drug may be appropriate for you if you meet these criteria: –
- You are at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes and currently have pre-diabetes (e.g., impaired glucose tolerance).
- You have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or you have received a diagnosis but do not yet have frequent or severe symptoms of this disease.
How does Jardiance work?
Jardiance lowers blood sugar by reducing the amount of sugar your liver produces and increasing the amount of sugar your muscles can use. The liver is responsible for over 90% of the body’s glucose production. Once ingested, Jardiance is taken up by the liver and suppresses that production of glucose. This leads to lower blood sugar levels. The muscles normally use glucose for energy. When the muscles have more glucose, they can use more of it, which leads to lower blood sugar levels. Jardiance increases glucose uptake into the muscles by inhibiting a protein that normally puts a “brake” on this process.
How to take Jardiance
These are general instructions, consult your doctor or pharmacist for specific instructions. Most commonly Jardiance is taken once a day. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, either with or without food. It is important to take Jardiance regularly. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. But most importantly it is suggested to take Jardiance only as prescribed by your doctor.
The most common side effect is gastrointestinal (GI) effects, such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Other side effects may include liver injury, increased risk of heart attack or stroke, low blood pressure, decreased urination, muscle pain, and tiredness. Other less common side effects include rash, itching, hair loss, dry mouth, and joint pain. If you experience severe or persistent side effects, notify your physician.
Warnings and Risks of Jardiance
The FDA requires all drugs to include warnings and precautions. Individuals taking Jardiance should be advised of the potential risk of heart attack and stroke, especially in the first two years of treatment. This risk is increased in people with heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney problems, and or diabetes, and people over the age of 45. Individuals taking this drug should be advised of the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). This risk is increased in people with type 1 diabetes who take certain other diabetes medicines, people taking potassium supplements, people who are dieting or fasting, and people who do not take Jardiance with a meal.
Summing up: How Jardiance Works for Type 2 Diabetes?
Jardiance is a drug that lowers blood sugar by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver produces and increasing the amount of sugar your muscles can use. It is appropriate for people with type 2 diabetes who are at high risk of developing the disease, and those who have received a diagnosis. It works by lowering excess sugar production from the liver and increasing sugar uptake from muscle into the bloodstream.
The FDA requires all drugs to include warnings and precautions. Individuals taking Jardiance should be advised of the potential risk of heart attack and stroke, especially in the first two years of treatment. This risk is increased in people with heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney problems, and or diabetes, and people over the age of 45.