Empagliflozin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Bar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "On Jardiance. I started having weird symptoms right off the bat. Dizziness, unquenchable thirst, extreme tiredness and fatigue, vaginal itch from hell, weird bowel movements, for a few days could not pee. I did nothing but sleep. I could not stand up long enough to fix a piece of toast. I am not hungry. But I do eat. One day I was getting ready to go see the kidney doctor and came out of the bedroom, with no obstruction, did not pass out, did not slip or trip, fell face first into an end table. Went to the ER. Thank God no damage. Blood sugar was 400. Never in 10 years have I experienced this. They gave me insulin and liquid for I was severely dehydrated. Sent me home. Primary put me on 15 units of insulin. My sugar is down in the day and goes back up at night. Very erratic. I can’t get hold of my doctor to get help, so I have researched Jardiance. I agree with many of you! I quit last night. Thanks to all of you for reassuring me that I am not going out of my mind. My poor husband."

• Wig...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 19, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Took this on Monday, 09/16/19. Within 40 minutes, had an itchy rash, then was covered in hives, and my skin went hot and red. My lips started to tingle, and my throat felt weird. A few minutes later, my face started swelling, and it became hard to breathe. My partner had to call an ambulance, as by then I could not talk. I was given adrenaline, steroids, other stuff I can’t pronounce, and a bag of saline. I was terrified. This was the first time taking this medication."

• THa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Dangerous drug. It should be taken off the market. Took it for 4 months. Extreme thirst, constant urge to urinate. It did lower my blood sugar. After 4 months, I swelled up like a balloon. WARNING... DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG. Especially if you have any kind of cardiac conditions. I am surprised no one has died from this drug!!!"

• Sue...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 10, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been on Jardiance since Nov 2018. Weighed 170 lbs, had sleep apnea, have a stent, taking blood pressure pills and Crestor pills. Lost 8 lbs on sleep apnea machine, sugar levels still fluctuate but like 6.2 most of the time. I drink 60 oz of water daily. Watch what I eat. A bit sedentary. Blurry vision and itching a bit... 57 years old, could this be something else from other meds?"

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 15, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Taking Jardiance with metformin does lower glucose significantly. Been on these for a year. All was good but got a UTI, so doctor discontinued Jardiance, not sure if he will allow me back on it. My glucose is higher without it. I'm willing to use test strips to monitor for UTI. Don't know of an alternative as effective that has less possible side effects."

• Sid...
• March 10, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started out for the first three weeks thinking this was great. I was having headaches the whole time and didn’t associate that it was the pill. I started on 10 mg after three weeks. The doctor wanted me to update to 25 mg, but I didn’t because the 10 mg was just fine and I was afraid the 25 mg would bring on side effects. Good thing I didn’t take it, as 2 to 3 weeks later, I was tired constantly and had no energy. It seemed like I was wide awake, but I couldn’t get up and move. The headaches continued. The thirst was insane, and I drink like I have a camel's hump full of water. Urinating up to two times an hour really started to worry me about my kidneys, and I was having back pains in that area, but I’m not sure what it was. Another week later, my legs were hurting all day. I just thought I was tired and on them too much. I got into bed, and that was the worst thing I could’ve possibly done."

• Can...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 27, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I’ve been a type 2 diabetic for many years. I’m on a cocktail of diabetic medication. Started with Janumet, added Tresiba insulin, and my sugars were still being difficult. I kept raising my insulin levels. When I added Jardiance into my regime of medication, wow, there was no lag in sugar management. Straight across the board, normal sugar levels. Not even 1 side effect. I haven’t felt this good for many years. I’ve now been on it for 4 months and still am having great success with my sugar levels. I haven’t lost weight, though, but my cravings for sugar have subsided completely."

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 25, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been using Jardiance for a year now. I suppose I should say I used it for a year, but I'm also no longer taking it. Initially, I had no problems, and it did seem to reduce my blood sugars (though not substantially). Since December, I have had an insane amount of back and hip pain, UTI, and yeast infections that have rendered my life miserable. I've had a very dry mouth and dehydration feelings since the beginning. Three days off the meds and my hip pain is gone, I no longer have dry mouth, and my blood sugars are staying where they've been. The benefit has not outweighed the enduring misery. Listen to your body!"

• Duf...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2014

For Type 2 Diabetes "This medicine has proven in 2 weeks to be good for water retention, sugar, and it's an appetite suppressant. I noticed in my case thus far it has increased my desire for sweets marginally, and no other noticeable side effects yet. It definitely is a more viable replacement for the Lasix potassium combination with fewer side effects."

• Kay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "I absolutely LOVE Jardiance! I finally found something that works perfectly for me. I have tried Victoza, Byetta, Bydureon, Starlix, Metformin, and its liquid form, Riomet... none of which worked for me, and I was about to give up when my endocrinologist suggested Jardiance. I tried it and am so super happy with it! My numbers, which used to run very dangerously high, are now in the lower 120's-130! Dr. suggested that I use wipes after going to keep from getting a UTI or vaginal yeast infection, and so far that has worked! I can’t brag enough about this medication! It feels good to finally feel good again!"

• Pau...
• October 19, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been taking Jardiance since March. I have had a significant drop in HbA1c, and I have lost 21 lbs. I pee and drink a lot, but it is worth it to reduce the sugar levels. I also experience back pain with this. However, I was very insulin resistant and can live with the side effects to help this."

• Ste...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Been taking this for 5 weeks, 10 mg. Took 4 weeks to get used to it. I was really tired the first 3 weeks. My mmol was 13, but now it is 6.9 mmol. I have lost 3 pounds also. Thirst has subsided. Urinating less. Seems to suit me really well. Feeling positive about life again. Also, my blood pressure is now normal. Diabetes nurse pleased with progress. I started taking it at night to stop tiredness. Brilliant pill. FREE ON NHS here in the UK."

• Mel...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 1, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "There were too many side effects with this drug. Yeast infections, sore joints, initial weight loss, then weight gain. The insulin started reacting with Jardiance, giving me hypos (low blood sugar levels) at night. When I went off it, my levels became really high, and I have had trouble walking. I now have restless legs and still can't walk for long periods. This is after going off it 2 months ago. My latest HbA1c is high, which is understandable, however, this has also affected my cholesterol levels and thyroid. This has never happened in the past. I wish I was never introduced to this drug! I am now scared about what damage it has done to my kidneys. When I explained this to my endocrinologist, she said all drugs have side effects!"

• fer...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 11, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "Started taking Jardiance on July 16th. My A1C was at 8.0. Eating junk most days, no exercise. I started a daily fast walk of about 2.5 miles, started eating better, and with the help of Jardiance, the pounds started flying off. I've lost 25 pounds since then, and my A1C is down to 5.5. Couldn't recommend this more!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2016

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on 10 mg for over a month. It has made a huge difference in my BS levels. My fasting and evening BS was in the 200's, now it's 120-170. I've lost 12 pounds, but I am dieting too. I've noticed only a slight increase in urination, and I'm definitely more thirsty. I think the drug makes me tired, though. I'm hoping that gets better as time goes on. I haven't had any other side effects."

• Sky...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 8, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Take Jardiance with loads of vitamin C. Started taking Jardiance about a year ago. I read about yeast infections as a side effect, so I take 2000 mg of vitamin C every night and am fine to stop the yeast infections. I ran out once and got a yeast infection the next day, but it disappeared with treatment and hasn’t been back. It’s not a panacea, and my A1C hovers between 6.6 and 7.4, but it’s encouraging me to eat and exercise better, so overall it has been a game changer."

• Yuc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 16, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I actually have Metabolic Syndrome X. The yeast infection is not worth it! I hadn't had one in over 25 years, and now it's a constant nuisance. Plus, the risk of getting a necrotic perineum is a deal-breaker. I'm going the holistic route. Not for me!"

• Bea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 18, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Only spent 10 days on it, and I had a yeast infection, easy to deal with. Then, by day 12, upper respiratory issues. Called my primary care, and she wanted me to keep taking it. I stopped taking it. The next day, I went to urgent care because I could not breathe without wheezing, and a chest X-ray said I had pneumonia. Great way to end the summer. No way would I ever go back on the pill."

• sij...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2015

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have only been on Jardiance (10 mg) for 1 1/2 months but have watched my blood glucose levels slowly drop - have not yet had another A1c. I normally drink a lot of water but have noticed a definite increase in the frequency of urination as well as urgency. This I can live with as I have 'failed' 4 other diabetic medications. Have not noticed much weight loss but I am only about 10 lbs overweight anyway. Keeping fingers crossed with this medication. I am not taking any other diabetic medication and was able to control with diet and exercise for a number of years. But this is a progressive disease. No other side effects noted."

• IAM...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have not done a week yet! I have all the common effects, drinking loads, up at night, falling sugar levels, lost a bit of weight, all good so far. Let's all hope I can avoid that unwelcome itch. I am male, over 50, and have been Type 2 for longer than 20 years, weighing just over 100 kilos (220 lbs). I am British, and as such, have free medication currently."

• Cat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 3, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Jardiance is the worst medicine I have ever taken! After two days of taking Jardiance, I feel that I am very frazzled and nerved up. I am very anxious, very sensitive to noise, and every interaction with people or animals seems to take more out of me (mentally and emotionally) than I have to give. I have tried for months to 'take' Jardiance, only to have the same experience each time. It is a torment that is hard to describe. I would by far rather have the complications of diabetes than live with the horrible effects of Jardiance. I have tried to take this many times over the last six months, with each time lasting two or three days, and the outcome being the same."

• Kat...
• March 19, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking Jardiance 25 mg about a year ago, and in 6 months, it reduced my A1C from 8.6 to 6.2. My issue is, since starting Jardiance, I have lost half of my hair. Because you need to drink a lot of water, there are also frequent trips to the bathroom. Have not experienced any yeast infections. But I am not willing to potentially lose any more hair, so will cease taking Jardiance due to the hair loss issue."

• rut...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 14, 2023

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Jardiance for 2 years, as my doctor thought it would help improve my condition. However, without realizing it, I was actually feeling worse, not better. I experienced bloating, fatigue, sore legs and feet, and constipation, and I didn't lose any weight. After stopping Jardiance for a week due to a UTI/bladder infection, I have noticed a significant improvement in how I feel. I now sleep through the night, feel more energetic, and my blood sugar numbers are still within the range of 5.8 to 6.3 and under 8 after a meal. Personally, I don't believe Jardiance has done anything for me. I can confidently say that I feel better now than I have in the past 2 years."

• Eri...
• March 8, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Jardiance is... well, dangerous. I took one 10 mg tablet. In that period, I've had to urinate every two hours, massive quantities, drink almost continuously to avoid dehydration, had dizziness, nausea, light-headedness, it's triggered arthritis pain where normally my painkillers keep a lid on it, it's left me dazed and confused. My eyes feel weird, and I'm short of breath, like asthma. I went grocery shopping, I almost collapsed three times in 20 minutes. Standing up became a risk, sitting down I felt unwell, lying down was okay. In the end, 36 hours after taking a single 10 mg tablet, I did actually collapse unconscious. I won't be taking the second dose. I've just come round. 3 a.m. Feel a little better, but it's now 40 hours since I took the tablet, and I am still feeling unwell. The need to urinate so frequently has passed. There is still residual dizziness and nausea. I am drinking a lot of fluids to try and flush it out. Use this tablet with caution."

• Rob...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 17, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Started taking 10 mg Jardiance on April 9th, 2019. With exercise and Jardiance, I have lost 26 lbs in 99 days. 224.4 lbs down to 198.4 lbs. I pee more during the day, but I drink a lot of water. Sometimes, I feel slightly lightheaded if I arise too quickly. A1C went from 7.9% to 7.1%. Fasting blood sugars went from ~225 down to ~175. Have been walking about 15 miles per week at the gym. Lower carb diet."