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What you need to know before you take Steglatro

Do not take Steglatro • if you are allergic to ertugliflozin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before and while taking Steglatro if you: • have kidney problems. • have or have had yeast infections of the vagina or penis. • have type 1 diabetes. Steglatro should not be used to treat this condition. • take other diabetes medicines; you are more likely to get low blood sugar with certain medicines. • might be at risk of dehydration (for example, if you are taking medicines that increase urine production [diuretics] or lower blood pressure or if you are over 65 years old). Ask about ways to prevent dehydration. • experience rapid weight loss, feeling sick or being sick, stomach pain, excessive thirst, fast and deep breathing, confusion, unusual sleepiness or tiredness, a sweet smell to your breath, a sweet or metallic taste in your mouth or a different odour to your urine or sweat contact a doctor or the nearest hospital straight away. These symptoms could be a sign of “diabetic ketoacidosis” – a problem you can get with diabetes because of increased levels of “ketone bodies” in your urine or blood, seen in tests. The risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis may be increased with prolonged fasting, excessive alcohol consumption, dehydration, sudden reductions in insulin dose, or a higher need of insulin due to major surgery or serious illness. It is important to check your feet regularly and adhere to any other advice regarding foot care given by your healthcare professional. Talk to your doctor immediately if you develop a combination of symptoms of pain, tenderness, redness, or swelling of the genitals or the area between the genitals and the anus with fever or feeling generally unwell. These symptoms could be a sign of a rare but serious or even life-threatening infection, called necrotising fasciitis of the perineum or Fournier’s gangrene which destroys the tissue under the skin. Fournier’s gangrene has to be treated immediately. When this medicine is used in combination with insulin or medicines that increase insulin release from the pancreas, low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) can occur. Your doctor may reduce the dose of your insulin or other medicine. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Urine glucose Because of how this medicine works, your urine will test positive for sugar (glucose) while you are on this medicine. Children and adolescents Children and adolescents below 18 years should not take this medicine. It is not known if this medicine is safe and effective when used in children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Other medicines and Steglatro Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. In particular, tell your doctor: • if you are taking medicines which increase urine production (diuretics). • if you are taking other medicines that lower the sugar in your blood, such as insulin or medicines that increase insulin release from the pancreas. 3 If any of the above apply to you (or you are not sure), tell your doctor. Pregnancy and breast-feeding If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. It is not known if Steglatro can harm your unborn baby. If you are pregnant, talk with your doctor about the best way to control your blood sugar while you are pregnant. Do not use Steglatro if you are pregnant. It is not known if Steglatro passes into breast milk. Talk with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you take Steglatro. Do not use Steglatro if you are breast-feeding. Driving and using machines This medicine has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. Taking this medicine in combination with insulin or medicines that increase insulin release from the pancreas can cause blood sugar levels to drop too low (hypoglycaemia), which may cause symptoms such as shaking, sweating and change in vision, and may affect your ability to drive and use machines. Do not drive or use any tools or machines if you feel dizzy while taking Steglatro. Steglatro contains lactose Steglatro contains lactose (milk sugar). If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. Steglatro contains sodium This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per tablet, that is to say essentially ‘sodium-free’.