What drugs are contained in Segluromet?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 26, 2020.
Official Answer
by Drugs.comSegluromet contains ertugliflozin and metformin hydrochloride.
Ertugliflozin, an oral sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor, works by helping the kidneys to get rid of glucose from your bloodstream. Metformin helps the liver release lower amounts of sugar into your blood.
The Segluromet combination is used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic (blood sugar) control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
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Drug Information
- Segluromet Information for Consumers
- Segluromet Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of Segluromet (detailed)
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