Truglif

Introduction

Truglif 10mg Tablets (1 strip = 14 tablets) contain Empagliflozin, a modern diabetes medicine used when diet, exercise, or regular pills aren’t enough to control blood sugar. It works well for people with Type 2 Diabetes who are tired of high readings despite taking standard medicines. It’s not an insulin, but it helps your body throw excess sugar out — quite literally — through urine. Requires a doctor’s supervision.

Primary Uses

• Type 2 Diabetes Management.

• Helps lower high blood sugar levels when lifestyle and other medicines are not enough.

Indications

Doctors prescribe Truglif for adults with:

• Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus — as monotherapy (alone) when metformin isn’t suitable.

• Add-on therapy with other anti-diabetics including insulin when extra control is needed.

How It Works

Think of it as a filter upgrade for your kidneys. Normally, kidneys reabsorb sugar back into the blood. Empagliflozin blocks this sugar reabsorption (SGLT2 inhibition), forcing the body to flush excess glucose out via urine, lowering blood sugar naturally.

Side Effects

Some may experience:

• Very Common: Low blood sugar (especially if taken with insulin or sulfonylureas).

• Common: Urinary tract infections, genital infections (itching, irritation), frequent urination, generalized itching.

• Uncommon: Dehydration or low blood pressure.

• Rare: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) — serious, seek emergency care if nausea, vomiting, or rapid breathing occur.

Warnings

Warning 1: Increases risk of low blood sugar when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas — doctor may adjust dose.
Warning 2: Can trigger urinary tract or genital infections — monitor and report if recurring.
Warning 3: Not for Type 1 Diabetes or Diabetic Ketoacidosis — stop immediately if suspected.

Contraindications

Avoid Truglif if:

• You’re allergic to Empagliflozin.

• You have severe kidney disease or on dialysis.

Precautions

• Causes fluid loss — drink enough water to avoid dizziness.

• Elderly or patients with low blood pressure, kidney impairment, or on diuretics should be extra cautious.

FAQs

Q: Can it be taken with metformin or insulin?
Yes, but insulin dose may need adjustment to avoid hypoglycemia.

Q: Does it cause weight gain?
Usually no — in fact, it may help reduce slight bloating or weight due to sugar loss in urine.

Q: Can it be used in Type 1 Diabetes?
No — strictly for Type 2 only.

Q: What if I urinate more frequently?
That’s expected — the sugar is being excreted. But report if accompanied by burning or pain.

Doctor’s Overview

Dr. Imran Siddiqui (Endocrinologist):
“Empagliflozin is a reliable second-line diabetes option. It lowers blood sugar while also supporting heart and kidney health — but hydration and infection monitoring are crucial.”

Disclaimer

This is general medical information based on Pakistani prescription guidelines. Do not self-medicate. Always consult your physician before starting or stopping diabetes medication.