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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Vicra 10 Tablet is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control their blood sugar levels. It contains Empagliflozin, which lowers kidney reabsorption of glucose and increases glucose excretion in the urine. Thus, it lowers blood sugar levels. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as thrush, pain or a burning sensation when you pee, peeing more than normal, and mild skin rash or itchy skin. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

EMPAGLIFLOZIN-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Vicra 10 Tablet

Vicra 10 Tablet is used to treat Type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood to become too high. It's a lifelong condition that can affect your everyday life. You may need to change your diet, take medicines and have regular check-ups to lead a normal life.

Vicra 10 Tablet contains empagliflozin, which works by blocking the sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) enzyme. This lowers renal glucose reabsorption and increases glucose excretion in the urine by inhibiting SGLT2. As a result, it lowers blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Not everyone taking Vicra 10 Tablet will experience these side effects. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as thrush, pain or a burning feeling when you pee, peeing more than normal, and a mild skin rash or itchy skin. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily in the morning. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens (if your blood sugar is too high or too low).

Do not consume Vicra 10 Tablet if you are allergic to any component present in Vicra 10 Tablet . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Vicra 10 Tablet . Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Vicra 10 Tablet since it may produce unpleasant side effects. Inform your doctor about all of the medications you are taking, as well as your medical history, to rule out any undesirable side effects or interactions.

Uses of Vicra 10 Tablet

Vicra 10 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detailed uses of Vicra 10 Tablet are as follows: 

  • Management of Type 2 diabetes: Vicra 10 Tablet helps to manage type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels and improving glycemic control.
  • Cardiovascular benefits: Vicra 10 Tablet also reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
  • Weight management: Vicra 10 Tablet can aid weight loss by promoting the excretion of excess glucose in the urine, leading to reduced body weight.
  • Renal protection: Vicra 10 Tablet may help protect kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes, slowing the progression of diabetic kidney disease.
  • Lowering blood pressure: Vicra 10 Tablet can also help lower blood pressure, providing additional benefits for patients with diabetes and hypertension.

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Directions for Use

  • Take Vicra 10 Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • It is advised to take Vicra 10 Tablet once daily in the morning; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Swallow Vicra 10 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Vicra 10 Tablet plays a vital role in managing diabetes and achieving good blood sugar control by delaying the absorption of sugar and increasing insulin sensitivity. 
  • Vicra 10 Tablet does not cause a sudden lowering of the blood glucose level or cause significant hypoglycaemia.
  • In the prediabetic condition, Vicra 10 Tablet is the only recommended treatment available. 
  • Vicra 10 Tablet also helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy), blindness (diabetic retinopathy), loss of sensation in your hands and feet (Diabetic Neuropathy) or even loss of a foot.
  • Vicra 10 Tablet also helps reduce your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

How Vicra 10 Tablet Works

Vicra 10 Tablet contains empagliflozin, which works by blocking the sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) enzyme in the kidney's proximal tubules. It lowers renal glucose reabsorption and increases glucose excretion in the urine by inhibiting SGLT2. As a result, it lowers blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Vicra 10 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Vicra 10 Tablet as it may cause overdose resulting in low blood sugar. The symptoms include sweating, shaking or trembling, feeling hungry, difficulty concentrating and confusion. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its contents. 
  • Vicra 10 Tablet should not be stopped even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor, as your sugar level keeps changing. If you stop taking Vicra 10 Tablet abruptly, it may increase your sugar levels, which could further increase the risk of eyesight loss (retinopathy), kidney (nephropathy), and nerve damage (neuropathy). 
  • Please inform your doctor if you have heart disease.
  • It may be harder to control your blood sugar when your body is stressed (such as when you have a fever, infection, injury, or surgery). 
  • Also, if you eat less or cannot eat due to these conditions or any illness, this can lead to other side effects while taking this medication. 
  • Before surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription, nonprescription, and herbal products).
  • Be alert for signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), such as sweating, dizziness, dry mouth, dry skin, fast heartbeat, shivering, intense thirst, or frequent urination. If you experience any of these symptoms, take honey or sugar candies right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods rich in healthy carbohydrates and fibre, fruits, whole grains, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Try eating food at regular intervals. Do not skip meals. Also, try not to overeat.
  • Follow a healthy diet and walk for at least 45minutes to complement treatment with Vicra 10 Tablet .
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Rest properly, and avoid stress by doing meditation or yoga.

Habit Forming

No

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ANTIDIABETICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is advisable not to consume alcohol along with Vicra 10 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like lactic acidosis.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Vicra 10 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. However, your doctor may prescribe it for you during pregnancy if he/she feel the benefit outweighs the risk. You should not take Vicra 10 Tablet without a doctor's advice.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Vicra 10 Tablet is not recommended if you are breastfeeding or if you are planning to breastfeed your baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Vicra 10 Tablet should not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery/tools.

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Liver

Caution

Vicra 10 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose.

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Kidney

Caution

Vicra 10 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose depending on your renal function. Vicra 10 Tablet is not recommended in severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is therefore important if you're taking Vicra 10 Tablet .

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Children

Unsafe

Vicra 10 Tablet is not recommended for children below ten years of age. The dose is to be adjusted and recommended only by a child specialist for children over 10 years.

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Heart

Vicra 10 Tablet is not contraindicated in heart patients. It is often prescribed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death and hospitalisation for heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

While Vicra 10 Tablet is safe to be taken by older patients, it is critical to exercise caution and monitor for potential adverse effects, such as dehydration, low blood pressure, and urinary tract infections, which are more common in older adults. Before starting empagliflozin, consult a doctor, especially if you are 75 or older.

FAQs

Vicra 10 Tablet is used to treat type 2 diabetes when diet and exercise alone cannot control your blood sugar levels.

Vicra 10 Tablet contains empagliflozin, which blocks the sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT-2) enzyme in the kidney's proximal tubules. It lowers renal reabsorption of glucose and increases urine excretion of glucose via inhibiting SGLT2. As a result, it lowers blood sugar levels in diabetics.

Yes, Vicra 10 Tablet can cause a mild stomach upset. However, do not stop taking it. Discuss with your doctor if you have severe stomach upset.

If you feel thirsty after taking Vicra 10 Tablet , it may be because of dehydration as Vicra 10 Tablet can lead to loss of fluids. Increase intake of fluids. If you still feel thirsty, please consult your doctor.

If you have symptoms like increased hunger, increased thirst, frequent urination (usually at night), unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound/sores healing, and frequent infections, contact a doctor as it can be a condition of type 2 diabetes.

If you feel your blood sugar is dropping and you are feeling weak, eat sugar candies or drink sugary beverages immediately. It will help balance your blood sugar levels. So, it is advisable to keep sugar candies with you.

Lactic acidosis is a rare but life-threatening condition in which there is too much lactic acid buildup in the bloodstream. Long-term intake of Vicra 10 Tablet may lead to lactic acidosis when cells are deprived of oxygen. Symptoms of lactic acidosis include a burning sensation in the muscles, muscle ache, fast breathing, nausea, and stomach pain. Contact the doctor immediately about this complication.

Vicra 10 Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. It should be avoided in patients suffering from moderate to severe kidney disease or liver disease. It is also not advised to use this drug if you drink too much alcohol. Make sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you should have an HbA1c test every 3 months.

No. To date, there is no clinical evidence that states that Vicra 10 Tablet affects fertility in either men or women.

Hypoglycaemia refers to low blood sugar levels. The symptoms of hypoglycaemia include nausea, headache, irritability, hunger, sweating, and dizziness.

No. Vicra 10 Tablet is only prescribed for treating type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent diabetes.

Vicra 10 Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew it.

Vicra 10 Tablet should not be discontinued without a doctor's consultation. Stopping Vicra 10 Tablet might increase blood sugar levels.

Vicra 10 Tablet can be used with other diabetes medicines if prescribed by the doctor.

Taking Vicra 10 Tablet with other anti-diabetic medicines may cause hypoglycaemia. Symptoms include headache, excessive hunger, sweating, shaking, confusion, and a fast heart rate. Carry glucose biscuits or candy and consume them if you experience these symptoms.

A haemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test is used to diagnose type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. It helps measure the amount of blood glucose attached to haemoglobin. It is used to monitor your condition and check how well you've been able to control your blood sugar levels.

Vicra 10 Tablet may add to the diuretic effects of furosemide, increasing the risk of dehydration, kidney problems, and low blood pressure. This may cause headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Before starting Vicra 10 Tablet , consult the doctor if you are taking furosemide.

Side effects of Vicra 10 Tablet include thrush (genital yeast infection), increased urination, itching, rash or red skin, thirst, and constipation.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy'S Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, India
Other Info - VIC0438

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