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Synjardy

empagliflozin, metformin hydrochloride · Tablet, Extended Release

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Overview

Brand name
Synjardy XR
Generic name
empagliflozin, metformin hydrochloride
Dosage form
Tablet, Extended Release
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
5
NDC product codes
4
Packages
10
Data completeness
77% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Empagliflozin 10 mg/1 2359279 View
Empagliflozin 12.5 mg/1 2359279 View
Empagliflozin 25 mg/1 2359279 View
Empagliflozin 5 mg/1 2359279 View
Metformin Hydrochloride 1000 mg/1 860975 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Tablet, Extended Release
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
14

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Biguanide [EPC] EPC All 47 members
Biguanides [CS] CS All 47 members
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor [EPC] EPC All 16 members
Sodium-Glucose Transporter 2 Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 16 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
208658
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
December 9, 2016
Sponsor
BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM
Products on application
4
Submissions recorded
16
Products approved under application 208658.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
208658-001 SYNJARDY XR TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE EMPAGLIFLOZIN; METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription — RLD
208658-002 SYNJARDY XR TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE EMPAGLIFLOZIN; METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription — RLD
208658-003 SYNJARDY XR TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE EMPAGLIFLOZIN; METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription — RLD
208658-004 SYNJARDY XR TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE EMPAGLIFLOZIN; METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE Prescription — RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
—
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
7713938 April 15, 2027 001 Yes January 4, 2017
7713938 April 15, 2027 002 Yes January 4, 2017
7713938 April 15, 2027 003 Yes January 4, 2017
7713938 April 15, 2027 004 Yes January 4, 2017
7713938*PED October 15, 2027 001 No —
7713938*PED October 15, 2027 002 No —
7713938*PED October 15, 2027 003 No —
7713938*PED October 15, 2027 004 No —
7579449 August 1, 2028 001 Yes January 4, 2017
7579449 August 1, 2028 002 Yes January 4, 2017
7579449 August 1, 2028 003 Yes January 4, 2017
7579449 August 1, 2028 004 Yes January 4, 2017
7579449*PED February 1, 2029 001 No —
7579449*PED February 1, 2029 002 No —
7579449*PED February 1, 2029 003 No —
7579449*PED February 1, 2029 004 No —
12115179 February 11, 2030 001 No U-4023 November 12, 2024
12115179 February 11, 2030 002 No U-4023 November 12, 2024
12115179 February 11, 2030 003 No U-4023 November 12, 2024
12115179 February 11, 2030 004 No U-4023 November 12, 2024
12115179*PED August 11, 2030 001 No —
12115179*PED August 11, 2030 002 No —
12115179*PED August 11, 2030 003 No —
12115179*PED August 11, 2030 004 No —
10596120 March 7, 2032 001 No U-2775 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 001 No U-2792 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 002 No U-2775 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 002 No U-2792 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 003 No U-2775 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 003 No U-2792 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 004 No U-2775 April 20, 2020
10596120 March 7, 2032 004 No U-2792 April 20, 2020
10596120*PED September 7, 2032 001 No —
10596120*PED September 7, 2032 002 No —
10596120*PED September 7, 2032 003 No —
10596120*PED September 7, 2032 004 No —
12433906 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4304 October 29, 2025
11666590 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4154 March 28, 2025
12263153 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4154 April 29, 2025
12427162 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4287 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4293 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4294 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4295 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 001 No U-4296 October 29, 2025
10258637 April 3, 2034 001 No U-2290 April 30, 2019
11833166 April 3, 2034 001 No U-3776 January 3, 2024
11833166 April 3, 2034 001 No U-3777 January 3, 2024
11090323 April 3, 2034 001 No U-3193 August 20, 2021
11813275 April 3, 2034 001 No U-3759 December 13, 2023
10258637 April 3, 2034 002 No U-2290 April 30, 2019
12433906 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4304 October 29, 2025
11666590 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4154 March 28, 2025
12263153 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4154 April 29, 2025
12427162 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4287 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4293 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4296 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4295 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 002 No U-4294 October 29, 2025
11833166 April 3, 2034 002 No U-3777 January 3, 2024
11833166 April 3, 2034 002 No U-3776 January 3, 2024
11090323 April 3, 2034 002 No U-3193 August 20, 2021
11813275 April 3, 2034 002 No U-3759 December 13, 2023
10258637 April 3, 2034 003 No U-2290 April 30, 2019
12433906 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4304 October 29, 2025
11666590 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4154 March 28, 2025
12263153 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4154 April 29, 2025
12427162 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4287 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4293 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4296 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4295 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 003 No U-4294 October 29, 2025
11833166 April 3, 2034 003 No U-3777 January 3, 2024
11833166 April 3, 2034 003 No U-3776 January 3, 2024
11090323 April 3, 2034 003 No U-3193 August 20, 2021
10258637 April 3, 2034 004 No U-2290 April 30, 2019
12433906 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4304 October 29, 2025
11666590 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4154 March 28, 2025
12263153 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4154 April 29, 2025
12427162 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4287 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4293 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4295 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4294 October 29, 2025
12433906 April 3, 2034 004 No U-4296 October 29, 2025
11833166 April 3, 2034 004 No U-3777 January 3, 2024
11833166 April 3, 2034 004 No U-3776 January 3, 2024
11090323 April 3, 2034 004 No U-3193 August 20, 2021
9949997 May 17, 2034 001 No U-3532 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 001 No U-3533 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 002 No U-3532 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 002 No U-3533 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 003 No U-3532 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 003 No U-3533 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 004 No U-3532 March 1, 2023
9949997 May 17, 2034 004 No U-3533 March 1, 2023
9949998 June 11, 2034 001 No U-2290 May 16, 2018
9949998 June 11, 2034 002 No U-2290 May 16, 2018
9949998 June 11, 2034 003 No U-2290 May 16, 2018
9949998 June 11, 2034 004 No U-2290 May 16, 2018
10258637*PED October 3, 2034 001 No —
11813275*PED October 3, 2034 001 No —
11833166*PED October 3, 2034 001 No —
11090323*PED October 3, 2034 001 No —
12433906*PED October 3, 2034 001 No —
10258637*PED October 3, 2034 002 No —
11813275*PED October 3, 2034 002 No —
11833166*PED October 3, 2034 002 No —
11090323*PED October 3, 2034 002 No —
12433906*PED October 3, 2034 002 No —
10258637*PED October 3, 2034 003 No —
11833166*PED October 3, 2034 003 No —
11090323*PED October 3, 2034 003 No —
12433906*PED October 3, 2034 003 No —
10258637*PED October 3, 2034 004 No —
11833166*PED October 3, 2034 004 No —
11090323*PED October 3, 2034 004 No —
12433906*PED October 3, 2034 004 No —
9949997*PED November 17, 2034 001 No —
9949997*PED November 17, 2034 002 No —
9949997*PED November 17, 2034 003 No —
9949997*PED November 17, 2034 004 No —
9949998*PED December 11, 2034 001 No —
9949998*PED December 11, 2034 002 No —
9949998*PED December 11, 2034 003 No —
9949998*PED December 11, 2034 004 No —
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
M-296 June 20, 2026 001
M-296 June 20, 2026 002
M-296 June 20, 2026 003
M-296 June 20, 2026 004
PED December 20, 2026 001
PED December 20, 2026 002
PED December 20, 2026 003
PED December 20, 2026 004

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 208658.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 38 Labeling Approved August 11, 2026 901 Required
Supplement 34 Labeling Approved October 24, 2025 Standard
Supplement 32 Efficacy Approved March 7, 2025 Standard
Supplement 28 Labeling Approved October 30, 2023 Standard
Supplement 26 Efficacy Approved June 20, 2023 Priority
Supplement 25 Labeling Approved June 20, 2023 Standard
Supplement 21 Efficacy Approved February 6, 2023 Standard
Supplement 23 Labeling Approved October 13, 2022 901 Required
Supplement 17 Labeling Approved March 21, 2022 Standard
Supplement 15 Labeling Approved June 11, 2021 Standard
Supplement 13 Labeling Approved June 11, 2021 Standard
Supplement 9 Labeling Approved January 24, 2020 901 Required
Supplement 6 Labeling Approved October 26, 2018 901 Required
Supplement 4 Labeling Approved December 13, 2017 Standard
Supplement 1 Efficacy Approved December 23, 2016 Standard
Original application 1 Type 3 - New Dosage Form Approved December 9, 2016 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · August 18, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · August 18, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · August 14, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · October 28, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · October 27, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · March 11, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · March 11, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · October 31, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · October 31, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · June 22, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · June 22, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · June 21, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · June 21, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · February 10, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · February 7, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · October 17, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · October 14, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · March 28, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · March 22, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 28, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · June 14, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · June 14, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · June 14, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · January 27, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · January 27, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · October 30, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · October 29, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · December 15, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · December 14, 2017
  • 0 · Original application · October 26, 2017

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260811). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260811

Boxed Warning

openFDA Drug Labeling

WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS Postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis have resulted in death, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias. The onset of metformin-associated lactic acidosis is often subtle, accompanied only by nonspecific symptoms such as malaise, myalgias, respiratory distress, somnolence, and abdominal pain. Metformin-associated lactic acidosis was characterized by elevated blood lactate levels (>5 mmol/Liter), anion gap acidosis (without evidence of ketonuria or ketonemia), an increased lactate/pyruvate ratio; and metformin plasma levels generally >5 mcg/mL [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Risk factors for metformin-associated lactic acidosis include renal impairment, concomitant use of certain drugs (e.g., carbonic anhydrase inhibitors such as topiramate), age 65 years old or greater, having a radiological study with contrast, surgery and other procedures, hypoxic states (e.g., acute congestive heart failure), excessive alcohol intake, hepatic impairment, and mitochondrial diseases [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Steps to reduce the risk of and manage metformin-associated lactic acidosis in these high risk groups are provided in the full prescribing information [see Dosage and Administration (2.1) , Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Drug Interactions (7) , and Use in Specific Populations (8.6 , 8.7) ]. If metformin-associated lactic acidosis is suspected, immediately discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR and institute general supportive measures in a hospital setting. Prompt hemodialysis is recommended [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis have resulted in death, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias. Symptoms included malaise, myalgias, respiratory distress, somnolence, and abdominal pain. Laboratory abnormalities included elevated blood lactate levels, anion gap acidosis, increased lactate/pyruvate ratio; and metformin plasma levels generally >5 mcg/mL. ( 5.1 ) Risk factors include renal impairment, concomitant use of certain drugs, age ≥65 years old, radiological studies with contrast, surgery and other procedures, hypoxic states, excessive alcohol intake, hepatic impairment, and mitochondrial diseases. Steps to reduce the risk of and manage metformin-associated lactic acidosis in these high risk groups are provided in the Full Prescribing Information. ( 5.1 ) If lactic acidosis is suspected, discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR and institute general supportive measures in a hospital setting. Prompt hemodialysis is recommended. ( 5.1 )

Recent Major Changes

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Boxed Warning 8/2026 Warnings and Precautions, Lactic Acidosis ( 5.1 ) 8/2026 Warnings and Precautions, Genitourinary Infections, including Urosepsis, Pyelonephritis, Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier's Gangrene), and Genital Mycotic Infections ( 5.4 ) 10/2025

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE SYNJARDY SYNJARDY is a combination of empagliflozin, a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor and metformin hydrochloride (HCl) immediate-release, a biguanide, indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. SYNJARDY XR SYNJARDY XR is a combination of empagliflozin, a SGLT2 inhibitor and metformin HCl extended-release, a biguanide, indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus . Empagliflozin Empagliflozin, when used as a component of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, is indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus to reduce the risk of: Cardiovascular (CV) death in adults with established CV disease. ( 1 ) CV death and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with heart failure. ( 1 ) Sustained decline in eGFR, end-stage kidney disease, CV death, and hospitalization in adults with chronic kidney disease at risk of progression. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use : Not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. It may increase the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in these patients. ( 1 ) Because of the metformin HCl component, the use of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR is limited to patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus for all indications. ( 1 ) Empagliflozin, when used as a component of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, is not recommended for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in patients with polycystic kidney disease or patients requiring or with a recent history of intravenous immunosuppressive therapy or greater than 45 mg of prednisone or equivalent for kidney disease. Empagliflozin is not expected to be effective in these populations. ( 1 ) SYNJARDY SYNJARDY is a combination of empagliflozin and metformin hydrochloride (HCl) immediate-release indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus . SYNJARDY XR SYNJARDY XR is a combination of empagliflozin and metformin HCl extended-release indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus . Empagliflozin Empagliflozin, when used as a component of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, is indicated in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus to reduce the risk of: • Cardiovascular (CV) death in adults with established CV disease. • CV death and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with heart failure. • Sustained decline in eGFR, end-stage kidney disease, CV death, and hospitalization in adults with chronic kidney disease at risk of progression. Limitations of Use • SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR are not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. It may increase the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in these patients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . • Because of the metformin HCl component, the use of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR is limited to patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus for all indications. • Empagliflozin, when used as a component of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, is not recommended for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in patients with polycystic kidney disease or patients requiring or with a recent history of intravenous immunosuppressive therapy or greater than 45 mg of prednisone or equivalent for kidney disease [see Clinical Studies (14.5) ] . Empagliflozin is not expected to be effective in these populations.

Dosage and Administration

openFDA Drug Labeling

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Assess renal function before initiating and as clinically indicated. Assess volume status and correct volume depletion before initiating. ( 2.1 ) Individualize the starting dosage based on the patient's current regimen and renal function. ( 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) The maximum recommended dosage is 25 mg/day of empagliflozin and 2,000 mg/day of metformin HCl. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) Initiation of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR is not recommended in patients with an eGFR less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m 2 , due to the metformin HCl component. ( 2.4 ) SYNJARDY: take orally twice daily with meals, with gradual dosage escalation to reduce the gastrointestinal adverse reactions due to metformin HCl. ( 2.2 , 2.3 ) SYNJARDY XR: take orally once daily with a meal in the morning, with gradual dosage escalation to reduce the gastrointestinal adverse reactions due to metformin HCl. Swallow whole; do not split, crush, dissolve, or chew. ( 2.2 ) SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR may need to be discontinued at time of, or prior to, iodinated contrast imaging procedures. ( 2.5 ) Withhold SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR at least 3 days, if possible, prior to surgery or procedures associated with prolonged fasting. ( 2.6 ) 2.1 Testing Prior to Initiation of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR Assess renal function before initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR and as clinically indicated [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1 , 5.3) ] . Assess volume status. In patients with volume depletion, correct this condition before initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) and Use in Specific Populations (8.5 , 8.6) ] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage and Administration of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR in Adults When switching to SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR from: Metformin HCl: initiate SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR at a similar total daily dosage of metformin HCl and a total daily empagliflozin dosage of 10 mg. Empagliflozin: initiate SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR at the same total daily dosage of empagliflozin and a total daily metformin HCl dosage of 1,000 mg. Empagliflozin and metformin HCl: initiate SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR at the same total daily dosages of each component. Recommended dosage of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR: The recommended total daily dosage of empagliflozin is 10 mg. For additional glycemic control, empagliflozin may be increased to a maximum total daily dosage of 25 mg in patients tolerating 10 mg daily and metformin HCl may be increased to a maximum total daily dosage of 2,000 mg, with gradual escalation to reduce gastrointestinal adverse reactions with metformin HCl [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. Take SYNJARDY orally twice daily with meals. Take SYNJARDY XR orally once daily with a meal in the morning. Swallow each tablet whole. Do not split, crush, dissolve, or chew. 2.3 Recommended Dosage and Administration of SYNJARDY in Pediatric Patients Aged 10 Years and Older Individualize the dosage of SYNJARDY based on the patient's current regimen. Monitor effectiveness and tolerability, and adjust dosage as appropriate, not to exceed the maximum total daily dosage of empagliflozin 25 mg and metformin HCl 2,000 mg . Take SYNJARDY orally twice daily with meals; with gradual dose escalation to reduce gastrointestinal adverse reactions with metformin HCl [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ]. 2.4 Dosage Recommendations in Patients with Renal Impairment Initiation of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR is not recommended in patients with an eGFR less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m 2 , due to the metformin HCl component. SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR are contraindicated in patients with an eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , and Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ] . 2.5 Discontinuation for Iodinated Contrast Imaging Procedures Discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR at the time of, or prior to, an iodinated contrast imaging procedure in patients with an eGFR less than 60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ; in patients with a history of liver disease, alcoholism or heart failure; o …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

openFDA Drug Labeling

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS SYNJARDY Tablets: 5 mg empagliflozin/500 mg metformin HCl ( 3 ) 5 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl ( 3 ) 12.5 mg empagliflozin/500 mg metformin HCl ( 3 ) 12.5 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl ( 3 ) SYNJARDY XR Tablets: 5 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl extended-release ( 3 ) 10 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl extended-release ( 3 ) 12.5 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl extended-release ( 3 ) 25 mg empagliflozin/1,000 mg metformin HCl extended-release ( 3 ) SYNJARDY Tablets: Empagliflozin Strength Metformin HCl Strength Color/Shape Tablet Markings 5 mg 500 mg orange yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "500". 5 mg 1,000 mg brownish yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "1000". 12.5 mg 500 mg pale brownish purple, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "500". 12.5 mg 1,000 mg dark brownish purple, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "1000". SYNJARDY XR Tablets: Empagliflozin Strength Metformin HCl Extended - Release Strength Color/Shape Tablet Markings 5 mg 1,000 mg olive green, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. 10 mg 1,000 mg orange, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S10" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. 12.5 mg 1,000 mg blue, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. 25 mg 1,000 mg light green, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S25" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line.

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR are contraindicated in patients with: severe renal impairment (eGFR less than 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Use in Specific Populations (8.6) ]. acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. hypersensitivity to empagliflozin, metformin HCl or any of the excipients in SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, reactions such as angioedema have occurred [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] . Severe renal impairment (eGFR below 30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) ( 4 ) Metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis ( 4 ) Hypersensitivity to empagliflozin, metformin HCl or any of the excipients in SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis: Consider ketone monitoring in patients at risk of ketoacidosis, as indicated. Assess for ketoacidosis regardless of presenting blood glucose levels and discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR if ketoacidosis is suspected. Monitor patients for resolution of ketoacidosis before restarting. ( 5.2 ) Volume Depletion: Before initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, assess volume status and renal function in patients with impaired renal function, elderly patients, or patients on loop diuretics. Monitor for signs and symptoms during therapy. ( 5.3 ) Genitourinary Infections, including Urosepsis, Pyelonephritis, Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier's Gangrene), and Genital Mycotic Infections: Monitor patients for signs and symptoms of genitourinary infections and treat promptly, if indicated. Immediately evaluate patients presenting with pain or tenderness, erythema, or swelling in the genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise, for necrotizing fasciitis and if suspected, discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, and promptly institute appropriate medical and/or surgical intervention. ( 5.4 ) Hypoglycemia: Adult patients taking an insulin secretagogue or insulin may have an increased risk of hypoglycemia. In pediatric patients 10 years of age and older, the risk of hypoglycemia was higher regardless of insulin use. Consider lowering the dosage of insulin secretagogue or insulin to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia when initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR. ( 5.5 ) Lower Limb Amputation: Monitor patients for infections or ulcers of lower limbs, and institute appropriate treatment. ( 5.6 ) Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., angioedema) have occurred with empagliflozin. If hypersensitivity reactions occur, discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, treat promptly, and monitor until signs and symptoms resolve. ( 5.7 ) Vitamin B 12 Deficiency: Metformin may lower vitamin B 12 levels. Measure hematologic parameters annually and vitamin B 12 at 2 to 3 year intervals and manage any abnormalities. ( 5.8 ) 5.1 Lactic Acidosis There have been postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis, including fatal cases. These cases had a subtle onset and were accompanied by nonspecific symptoms such as malaise, myalgias, abdominal pain, respiratory distress, or increased somnolence; however, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias have occurred with severe acidosis. Metformin-associated lactic acidosis was characterized by elevated blood lactate concentrations (>5 mmol/Liter), anion gap acidosis (without evidence of ketonuria or ketonemia), and an increased lactate/pyruvate ratio; metformin plasma levels generally >5 mcg/mL. Metformin decreases liver uptake of lactate increasing lactate blood levels which may increase the risk of lactic acidosis, especially in patients at risk. If metformin-associated lactic acidosis is suspected, general supportive measures should be instituted promptly in a hospital setting, along with immediate discontinuation of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR. In SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR-treated patients with a diagnosis or strong suspicion of lactic acidosis, prompt hemodialysis is recommended to correct the acidosis and remove accumulated metformin (metformin is dialyzable, with a clearance of up to 170 mL/minute under good hemodynamic conditions). Hemodialysis has often resulted in reversal of symptoms and recovery . Educate patients and their families about the symptoms of lactic acidosis and if these symptoms occur instruct them to discontinue SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR and report these symptoms to their healthcare provider. For each of the known and possible risk factors for metformin-associated lactic acidosis, recommendations to reduce the risk of and manage metformin-associated lactic acidosis are provided below: Renal Impairment: The postmarketing metformin-a …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following important adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in the labeling: Lactic Acidosis [see Boxed Warning and Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Other Ketoacidosis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] Volume Depletion [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] Genitourinary Infections, including Urosepsis, Pyelonephritis, Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier's Gangrene), and Genital Mycotic Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4) ] Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] Lower Limb Amputation [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7) ] Vitamin B 12 Deficiency [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Most common adverse reactions associated with empagliflozin (5% or greater incidence) were urinary tract infections and female genital mycotic infections. ( 6.1 ) Most common adverse reactions associated with metformin HCl (>5%) are diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, flatulence, abdominal discomfort, indigestion, asthenia, and headache. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-542-6257 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of concomitantly administered empagliflozin (daily dosage 10 mg or 25 mg) and metformin HCl (mean daily dosage of approximately 1,800 mg) has been evaluated in 3,456 adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus treated for 16 to 24 weeks, of which 926 patients received placebo, 1,271 patients received a daily dosage of empagliflozin 10 mg, and 1,259 patients received a daily dosage of empagliflozin 25 mg. Discontinuation of therapy due to adverse events across treatment groups was 3.0%, 2.8%, and 2.9% for placebo, empagliflozin 10 mg, and empagliflozin 25 mg, respectively. Adverse Reactions in a Clinical Trial with Empagliflozin (Add-On Combination Therapy with Metformin HCl and Sulfonylurea) for Glycemic Control in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus In a 24-week placebo-controlled trial of empagliflozin 10 mg or 25 mg administered once daily added to metformin HCl and sulfonylurea, adverse reactions reported in ≥5% of empagliflozin-treated patients and more commonly than in placebo-treated patients are presented in Table 1 (see also Table 4 ). Table 1 Adverse Reactions Reported in ≥5% of Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Treated with Empagliflozin added on to Metformin HCl plus Sulfonylurea and Greater than with Placebo in a 24-week Placebo Controlled Clinical Trial Adverse Reactions Placebo (%) n=225 Empagliflozin 10 mg (%) n=224 Empagliflozin 25 mg (%) n=217 Hypoglycemia 9.8 15.6 12.9 Urinary tract infection 6.7 9.4 6.9 Nasopharyngitis 4.9 8.0 6.0 Empagliflozin Clinical Trials in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus The data in Table 2 are derived from a pool of four 24-week placebo-controlled trials and 18-week data from a placebo-controlled trial with basal insulin in adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Empagliflozin was used as monotherapy in one trial and as add-on therapy in four trials [see Clinical Studies (14.1) ] . These data reflect exposure of 1,976 adult patients to empagliflozin with a mean exposure duration of approximately 23 weeks. Patients received placebo (N=995), empagliflozin 10 mg (N=999), or empagliflozin 25 mg (N=977) once daily. The mean age of the population was 56 years and 3% were older than 75 years of age. More than half (55%) of the population was male; 46% were White, 50% were Asian, and 3% were Black or African American. At baseline, 57% of the population had diabetes mellitus more than 5 years and had a mean …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS See Table 4 for clinically relevant interactions with SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR. Table 4 Clinically Relevant Interactions with SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors Clinical Impact Topiramate or other carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (e.g., zonisamide, acetazolamide or dichlorphenamide) frequently causes a decrease in serum bicarbonate and induce non-anion gap, hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis. Concomitant use of these drugs with SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR may increase the risk of lactic acidosis. Intervention Consider more frequent monitoring of these patients. Drugs that Reduce Metformin Clearance Clinical Impact Concomitant use of drugs that interfere with common renal tubular transport systems involved in the renal elimination of metformin (e.g., organic cationic transporter-2 [OCT2] / multidrug and toxin extrusion [MATE] inhibitors such as ranolazine, vandetanib, dolutegravir, and cimetidine) could increase systemic exposure to metformin and may increase the risk for lactic acidosis [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Intervention Consider the benefits and risks of concomitant use. Alcohol Clinical Impact Alcohol is known to potentiate the effect of metformin on lactate metabolism. Intervention Warn patients against excessive alcohol intake while receiving SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR. Diuretics Clinical Impact Coadministration of empagliflozin with diuretics resulted in increased urine volume and frequency of voids, which might enhance the potential for volume depletion. Intervention Before initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, assess volume status and renal function. In patients with volume depletion, correct this condition before initiating SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR. Monitor for signs and symptoms of volume depletion, and renal function after initiating therapy. Insulin or Insulin Secretagogues Clinical Impact The risk of hypoglycemia is increased when SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR is used in combination with insulin secretagogues (e.g., sulfonylurea) or insulin. Intervention Coadministration of SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR with an insulin secretagogue (e.g., sulfonylurea) or insulin may require lower dosages of the insulin secretagogue or insulin to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia. Drugs Affecting Glycemic Control Clinical Impact Certain drugs tend to produce hyperglycemia and may lead to loss of glycemic control. These drugs include the thiazides and other diuretics, corticosteroids, phenothiazines, thyroid products, estrogens, oral contraceptives, phenytoin, nicotinic acid, sympathomimetics, calcium channel blocking drugs, and isoniazid. Intervention When such drugs are administered to a patient receiving SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, the patient should be closely observed to maintain adequate glycemic control. When such drugs are withdrawn from a patient receiving SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, the patient should be observed closely for hypoglycemia. Lithium Clinical Impact Concomitant use of an SGLT2 inhibitor with lithium may decrease serum lithium concentrations. Intervention Monitor serum lithium concentration more frequently during SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR initiation and dosage changes. Positive Urine Glucose Test Clinical Impact SGLT2 inhibitors increase urinary glucose excretion and will lead to positive urine glucose tests. Intervention Monitoring glycemic control with urine glucose tests is not recommended in patients taking SGLT2 inhibitors. Use alternative methods to monitor glycemic control. Interference with 1,5-anhydroglucitol (1,5-AG) Assay Clinical Impact Measurements of 1,5-AG are unreliable in assessing glycemic control in patients taking SGLT2 inhibitors. Intervention Monitoring glycemic control with 1,5-AG assay is not recommended. Use alternative methods to monitor glycemic control. Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors: May increase risk of lactic acidosis. Consider more frequent monitoring. ( 7 ) Drugs that Reduce Metformin Clearance: May increase risk of lactic acidosis. Consider benefits and risks o …

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Advise females of the potential risk to a fetus especially during the second and third trimesters. ( 8.1 ) Lactation: Not recommended when breastfeeding. ( 8.2 ) Females and Males of Reproductive Potential: Advise premenopausal females of the potential for an unintended pregnancy. ( 8.3 ) Geriatric Patients: Higher incidence of adverse reactions related to volume depletion and reduced renal function. ( 8.5 ) Renal Impairment: Higher incidence of adverse reactions related to reduced renal function. ( 8.6 ) Hepatic Impairment: Avoid use in patients with hepatic impairment. ( 8.7 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Based on animal data showing adverse renal effects from empagliflozin, SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR are not recommended during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. The limited available data with SYNJARDY, SYNJARDY XR, or empagliflozin in pregnant women are not sufficient to determine a drug-associated risk for major birth defects and miscarriage. Published studies with metformin HCl use during pregnancy have not reported a clear association with metformin HCl and major birth defect or miscarriage risk (see Data ) . There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations ) . In animal studies, empagliflozin, a component of SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR, resulted in adverse renal changes in rats when administered during a period of renal development corresponding to the late second and third trimesters of human pregnancy. Doses approximately 13-times the maximum clinical dose caused renal pelvic and tubule dilatations that were reversible. No adverse developmental effects were observed when metformin HCl was administered to pregnant rats or rabbits (see Data ) . The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6% to 10% in women with pre-gestational diabetes with a HbA1c >7 and has been reported to be as high as 20% to 25% in women with HbA1c >10. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2% to 4% and 15% to 20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, pre-eclampsia, spontaneous abortions, preterm delivery, and delivery complications. Poorly controlled diabetes increases the fetal risk for major birth defects, stillbirth, and macrosomia related morbidity. Data Human Data Published data from postmarketing studies have not reported a clear association with metformin HCl and major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes when metformin HCl was used during pregnancy. However, these studies cannot definitely establish the absence of any metformin-associated risk because of methodological limitations, including small sample size and inconsistent comparator groups. Animal Data Empagliflozin: Empagliflozin dosed directly to juvenile rats from postnatal day (PND) 21 until PND 90 at doses of 1, 10, 30, and 100 mg/kg/day caused increased kidney weights and renal tubular and pelvic dilatation at 100 mg/kg/day, which approximates 13-times the maximum clinical dose of 25 mg, based on AUC. These findings were not observed after a 13-week, drug-free recovery period. These outcomes occurred with drug exposure during periods of renal development in rats that correspond to the late second and third trimester of human renal development. In embryo-fetal development studies in rats and rabbits, empagliflozin was administered for intervals coinciding with the first trimester period of organogenesis in humans. Doses up to 300 mg/kg/day, which approximates 48-times (rats) and 128-times (rabbits) the maximum clinical dose of 25 mg (based on AUC), did not result in adverse developmental ef …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR contain: empagliflozin, a SGLT2 inhibitor, and metformin HCl, a biguanide. Empagliflozin Empagliflozin is an inhibitor of SGLT2, the predominant transporter responsible for reabsorption of glucose from the glomerular filtrate back into the circulation. By inhibiting SGLT2, empagliflozin reduces renal reabsorption of filtered glucose and lowers the renal threshold for glucose, and thereby increases urinary glucose excretion. Empagliflozin also reduces sodium reabsorption and increases the delivery of sodium to the distal tubule. This may influence several physiological functions including, but not restricted to, increasing tubuloglomerular feedback and reducing intraglomerular pressure, lowering both pre- and afterload of the heart and downregulating sympathetic activity. Metformin HCl Metformin HCl is an antihyperglycemic agent which improves glucose tolerance in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, lowering both basal and postprandial plasma glucose. It is not chemically or pharmacologically related to any other classes of oral antihyperglycemic agents. Metformin HCl decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization. Unlike sulfonylureas, metformin HCl does not produce hypoglycemia in either patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus or normal subjects (except in special circumstances) [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] and does not cause hyperinsulinemia. With metformin HCl therapy, insulin secretion remains unchanged while fasting insulin levels and day-long plasma insulin response may decrease.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION SYNJARDY and SYNJARDY XR tablets for oral use contain: empagliflozin and metformin HCl. Empagliflozin Empagliflozin is an inhibitor of the SGLT2. The chemical name of empagliflozin is D-Glucitol,1,5-anhydro-1-C-[4-chloro-3-[[4-[[(3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl]oxy]phenyl]methyl]phenyl]-, (1S). Its molecular formula is C 23 H 27 ClO 7 and the molecular weight is 450.91. The structural formula is: Empagliflozin is a white to yellowish, non-hygroscopic powder. It is very slightly soluble in water, sparingly soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol and acetonitrile, soluble in 50% acetonitrile/water, and practically insoluble in toluene. Chemical Structure Metformin HCl Metformin HCl ( N,N -dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide HCl) is a biguanide. Metformin HCl is a white to off-white crystalline compound with a molecular formula of C 4 H 11 N 5 •HCl and a molecular weight of 165.63. Metformin HCl is freely soluble in water and is practically insoluble in acetone, ether, and chloroform. The pKa of metformin is 12.4. The pH of a 1% aqueous solution of metformin HCl is 6.68. The structural formula is: Chemical Structure SYNJARDY SYNJARDY tablets for oral administration are available in four dosage strengths containing: 5 mg empagliflozin and 500 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 389.93 mg of metformin) 5 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) 12.5 mg empagliflozin and 500 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 389.93 mg of metformin) 12.5 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) Each film-coated tablet of SYNJARDY contains the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, copovidone, corn starch, and magnesium stearate. Film-coating: black ferrosoferric oxide and ferric oxide red (12.5 mg/500 mg, 12.5 mg/1,000 mg) or ferric oxide yellow (5 mg/500 mg, 5 mg/1,000 mg), hypromellose, polyethylene glycol 400, talc and titanium dioxide. SYNJARDY XR Each film-coated tablet of SYNJARDY XR consists of an extended-release metformin HCl core tablet that is coated with the immediate-release drug substance empagliflozin. SYNJARDY XR tablets for oral administration are available in four dosage strengths containing: 5 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) 10 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) 12.5 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) 25 mg empagliflozin and 1,000 mg metformin HCl (equivalent to 779.86 mg of metformin) Each film-coated tablet of SYNJARDY XR contains the following inactive ingredients: Tablet Core: hypromellose, magnesium stearate, and polyethylene oxide. Film-coatings and Printing Ink: carnauba wax, FD&C blue#2/indigo carmine aluminum lake (12.5 mg/1,000 mg, 25 mg/1,000 mg), ferric oxide red (10 mg/1,000 mg), ferric oxide yellow (5 mg/1,000 mg, 10 mg/1,000 mg, 25 mg/1,000 mg), ferrosoferric oxide, hypromellose, isopropyl alcohol, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, talc, and titanium dioxide.

10 OVERDOSAGE In the event of an overdose with SYNJARDY or SYNJARDY XR, consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdosage management recommendations. Overdose of metformin HCl has occurred, including ingestion of amounts greater than 50 grams. Lactic acidosis has been reported in approximately 32% of metformin overdose cases [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Metformin is dialyzable with a clearance of up to 170 mL/min under good hemodynamic conditions. Therefore, hemodialysis may be useful for removal of accumulated drug from patients in whom metformin overdosage is suspected. Removal of empagliflozin by hemodialysis has not been studied.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING SYNJARDY tablets are available as follows: Tablet Strength Color/Shape Tablet Markings Package Size NDC Number 5 mg Empagliflozin 500 mg Metformin HCl orange yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "500". Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0159-60 0597-0159-18 5 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl brownish yellow, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "1000". Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0175-60 0597-0175-18 12.5 mg Empagliflozin 500 mg Metformin HCl pale brownish purple, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "500". Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0180-60 0597-0180-18 12.5 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl dark brownish purple, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" debossed on one side; the other side is debossed with "1000". Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0168-60 0597-0168-18 SYNJARDY XR extended-release tablets are available as follows: Tablet Strength Color/Shape Tablet Markings Package Size NDC Number 5 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl olive green, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S5" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0290-74 0597-0290-59 10 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl orange, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S10" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. Bottles of 30 Bottles of 90 0597-0280-73 0597-0280-90 12.5 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl blue, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S12" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. Bottles of 60 Bottles of 180 0597-0300-45 0597-0300-93 25 mg Empagliflozin 1,000 mg Metformin HCl light green, oval, biconvex, film-coated tablet Printed on one side in black ink with the Boehringer Ingelheim company symbol and "S25" on the top line and "1000 M" on the bottom line. Bottles of 30 Bottles of 90 0597-0295-88 0597-0295-78 Storage Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Adverse event reports

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Recalls

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Class II June 2, 2021 Cardinal Health Inc. CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage. Terminated
Class II June 2, 2021 Cardinal Health Inc. CGMP Deviations: Intermittent exposure to temperature excursion during storage. Terminated

Packaging and NDCs

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0597-0280-73 0597-0280 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 30 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0280-73) December 10, 2016
0597-0280-90 0597-0280 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 90 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0280-90) December 10, 2016
0597-0290-59 0597-0290 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 180 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0290-59) December 10, 2016
0597-0290-74 0597-0290 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0290-74) December 10, 2016
0597-0295-61 0597-0295 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (0597-0295-61) / 7 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE December 10, 2016
0597-0295-78 0597-0295 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 90 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0295-78) December 10, 2016
0597-0295-88 0597-0295 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 30 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0295-88) December 10, 2016
0597-0300-20 0597-0300 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (0597-0300-20) / 14 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE December 10, 2016
0597-0300-45 0597-0300 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 60 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0300-45) December 10, 2016
0597-0300-93 0597-0300 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 180 TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE in 1 BOTTLE (0597-0300-93) December 10, 2016
0597-0280 0597-0280 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — December 10, 2016
0597-0290 0597-0290 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — December 10, 2016
0597-0295 0597-0295 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — December 10, 2016
0597-0300 0597-0300 Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — December 10, 2016

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