Empagliflozin and Yeast Infection: What Users Say

• Rho...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 8, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was put on Jardiance. I felt great for a year, minus the chest infections and yeast infections, but I trusted my doctor. One day, I developed a small pea-sized lump in my groin area, and by the next morning, my whole pelvic area was red and swollen. I ended up in the ER for a week on strong IV antibiotics. This drug causes necrotizing fasciitis, a super serious infection. I am still dealing with the aftermath. This is a dangerous drug. If it's too good to be true, it's too good to be true."

• Mea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 19, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "I was put on Jardiance for type 2 diabetes. I also have heart disease. This medication worked for me, it dropped my A1c from 11 to 7.4 in three months, and I didn't change anything in my diet or exercise regimen. But if it's too good to be true, then it is. I have had three UTIs right back to back on six different antibiotics. Each UTI was worse than the one before. Very painful when I peed, my vagina swelled and hurt so bad. It burned when I peed, like my urine was acid. So, I went off Jardiance, and eventually, the UTIs went away. Then I ended up with a yeast infection from all the antibiotics I was on. This medication is very dangerous. I am scared that my kidneys might be damaged from this medication. I don't understand what causes UTI and yeast infections with this medication, and it could cause gangrene of the genitals! What is in this medication? Does anyone know the answer to that?"

• Mar...
• April 20, 2017

For Type 2 Diabetes "I took Jardiance for over 2 years. I lost weight on it without dieting. I had a yeast infection for 2 months. I told my physician I needed a break from it. I went back to Glimeperide and immediately started to gain weight. My yeast infection cleared within days of stopping Jardiance. In the meantime, I found some much-needed advice on the internet on how to avoid all the infections while taking Jardiance. If you use a baby wipe to clean yourself after you urinate, the glucose will not be around to cause UTIs and yeast infections. I went back to Jardiance. So far, I have not had recurring infections."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 26, 2018

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Jardiance one year now in conjunction with a ketogenic diet with no ill effect. I noticed a small increase in urination but not more than 2-3 times a day extra. I have gotten off all my insulin (400 units a day) and lost over 100 pounds with no exercise. A1c has gone from 12 to 5.5. Recently I started getting excessive fatigue and my Dr didn't think I needed the higher dose anymore so I dropped to 10mg. The key I think is being very low carb to begin with. You can't take this drug and eat a SAD diet full of carbs. Carbs will just raise your blood sugars and spike insulin which will result in the medication making you pee more and more to get rid of it. All that sugar pee will just result in yeast infections. It's a good drug but not magic. You have to be responsible for what and how you eat which if you're diabetic means as little carbs as possible with no snacking."

• Kia...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 29, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "This drug Jardiance seemed like a godsend when I first started taking it around 9 months ago. At first, I was on 10mg, and the only symptom I was having was excessive thirst, and I could handle that. But in the last 4 months, since an increase to 25mg, I have been suffering constantly with a yeast infection. I even spoke to my doctor about it and had a week's course of Fluconazole, which helped for less than a week. Now, even after creams and tablets, I still have a yeast infection that will not go away and a UTI. Before I was diagnosed with Diabetes 2 in 2018, I had never had a UTI or a YI, but now I suffer constantly. The long-term side effects are also a worry as no one really knows what they are capable of. I know one thing though, I cannot continue with this medication."

• Kan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "Terrible experience on this medication. The side effects were unbearable: painful urination, my bladder was full and in pain all the time, back pain. My genital area was raw. Yeast infections all while taking the medication. The side effects outnumbered its benefits. If you experience similar side effects, consult your doctor. Please!"

• YOY...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 19, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I've been on Jardiance for 6 months. I have had a yeast infection for months, burning, itching. My feet and legs have tingling and pain. I am going to speak with my PCP about another medication. I am no longer going to continue on this medication with so many side effects."

• Vic...
• August 23, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I have been on Jardiance for close to 2 months. Initially I was on Metformin and Glimepiride (4) 2x a day. This medicine has really worked wonders for me. I have only been a diabetic for 1.5 years. My doctor reduced the Glimepiride to once a day and took me completely off of the diuretic. I have experienced side effects like everyone else. I had a yeast infection but taking the prescribed meds cleared it up. Jardiance causes me to urinate quite often, normally around 10 times a day. I'm up tinkling in the middle of the night, but it's well. The pros outweigh the cons. I'm not the type of person that's easily persuaded by what people say or do. People, never allow others' opinions to be a defining factor for your health. I plan to continue using Jardiance because I see the positive result."

• Saa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Jardiance was added to my glipizide routine. I took it for 3 weeks and had to come off due to the severity of the side effects. The first few days were the worst, and I thought I'd give the medicine time, maybe I just have to grow accustomed to the change. Don't do that. If it's not working for you, get off the medication. I became a zombie. The worst were the two painful yeast infections (I don't get many). I was losing memory, constantly nauseous, and growing weaker over the course of the medication. I had minor bouts of all the other side effects listed, such as constipation. The thirst was extreme. It also took a few days to recover from the side effects after being taken off."

• Cat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 30, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "This Jardiance drug is horrible. Before this, I have not had a yeast infection in 12 years and 7 days on this medication, I got a RAGING yeast infection and could not sleep for two days. I am not taking it anymore and have fully committed to diet and exercise to try to keep glucose levels at a “normal” level. My A1c has dropped from 11.3 to 8.2 in a year, and my glucose levels usually range from 180 to 280. Anything lower and I feel comatose. I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes 17 years ago."

• Ups...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 29, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "This medicine Jardiance gave me a yeast infection SO BAD I could barely walk!!! I would NEVER recommend it to anyone! I was on it for less than two weeks!! I was drinking plenty of water and one day, I only drank 3 bottles of water instead of six, and the very next day I had the YI! It makes you urinate a gallon every time you go. Woke up with sore kidneys from having to urinate so bad every morning. If I could give it a zero, I would!!! I hope if you take it, it does better for you than me! Good luck!"

• Cre...
• July 21, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I am a nurse and let my diabetes go. My A1C was 10.2. I was on Trajenta and glipizide. I started on Jardiance 2 months ago. My life has been a nightmare. No sleep due to urinating every hour. Daytime too. My lady parts are about to fall on the floor. Multiple yeast and urinary infections. Never had either problem before. I have to pour water over myself after urinating (hourly) to stop the burning. I drink a lot of fluids because I am always thirsty. Benefits: 4-point drop in A1C and 20-pound weight loss. But I don't think I can handle another month of these side effects. I'm going back on Metformin until I get to see my MD. As a kidney nurse, I'm also afraid of its toll on my kidneys and ketoacidosis."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 16, 2020

For Type 2 Diabetes "Jardiance appeared to be making a slight difference in lowering my blood sugars when combined with insulin. As time went on, I started to experience repetitious yeast infections to the point I had to discontinue the medication."

• Dea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 4, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Was on this medication for two months. Had to stop as the bladder and kidney infections were so bad, also yeast infection. Experienced a lack of energy and joint pain in my knees. My sugar levels went through the roof. Had enough of all the troubles and am hoping my life will get back to normal."

• Pam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 8, 2021

For Type 2 Diabetes "At first, I really loved this drug. My glucose levels were better. I have only been taking it a couple of months and got the worst vaginal yeast infection of my life. (Haven’t had one in 15 years.) My feet hurt all the time, and I can’t walk long distances due to severe leg pain. I have never had leg pain like this, I am always the energetic one that is ready to go on a hike. This week, I wanted to do a hike in Sequoia Nat’l Park, but I just couldn’t do it due to the severe leg pain and roaring yeast infection. I think when I get back home to Texas, I need to get on a healthy low-carb lifestyle and stick to it, along with moderate exercise. This experience while on vacation was a huge wake-up call. Today is June 8, 2021. I am scared of Jardiance and the possible long-term complications of its use."

• Bar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "This is the worst medicine that I have ever taken. I had a yeast infection that was misdiagnosed as vaginal dryness. The yeast infection got to be so bad that I was bleeding, unable to walk and sit (the pain was excruciating!) and my vaginal area is still raw... Still. This is July 6th and I have had this yeast infection since early April... NOT GOING AWAY. I have only been off of the medication for two weeks. It is starting to get better, but it was so bad that it has taken time! THROW IT AWAY. It is not a good drug at all!"

• Kel...
• August 10, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "I started taking Jardiance 3 months ago. I now feel much healthier than before. I originally weighed 231 lb when I was diagnosed, and the doctor started me on Metformin 2 times a day. Got down to 203 lb when she introduced Jardiance. I now weigh 194.8. Now my arms and legs feel less heavy. I am more flexible. I did get a yeast infection when I got lazy about the water. Monistat 3 took care of that in 2 days. I had a lot of yeast infections growing up. Overall, I am happy she started me on this medication. Diabetes has taught me that my health is my responsibility. My doctor does her part, the medication, and the rest is up to me to know my body and maintain it."

• DTI...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 18, 2023

For Heart Failure "I take 10 mg of Jardiance for heart failure and type II diabetes. I am not obese. It worked well and lowered my fasting blood sugar by 50+ points. However, I got a weird yeast infection and was constantly sobbing and depressed. I also had minor aches and pains, but they were manageable. The side effects of Jardiance don't make this a medication worth taking for me."

• Joa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 13, 2019

For Type 2 Diabetes "Please don't touch Jardiance. This medicine is nothing but poison to the body. I had all these side effects from Jardiance: lightheadedness, fainting, tingling in my tongue and lips, so many yeast infections and UTIs, times three. But the worst of all is this drug made me so sick that I ended up in the hospital with ketoacidosis. Now my body is in so much pain, kidney infections. Some days I can't get out of bed. This company should be sued for the harm they are doing to people. What is it going to take for someone to die because of this stuff? The company that makes this should really take it off the market before something seriously happens."

• 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!"

• 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!"

• 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!"

• 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!"

• 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."