Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
Cardiovascular risk reduction covers steps taken to lower the chance of disease affecting the heart and blood vessels, often through lifestyle changes or medicines when needed.
Empagliflozin Tablets
10mg · 25mg
Empagliflozin tablets for type 2 diabetes and heart failure. They lower blood sugar by letting the kidneys remove it in urine.
Key points
- Cardiovascular disease is very common and is one of the main causes of death.
- For some people, the first sign may be chest pain, a heart attack, or a stroke, meaning the condition can appear without prior symptoms.
- Risk tends to be higher in people over 50, in men, and in those with a family history of cardiovascular disease.
Medicines listed for Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
The listed products contain telmisartan and empagliflozin, both supplied as tablets. Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that helps relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure, a key risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Empagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that works through the kidneys to reduce glucose reabsorption and has been studied for its cardiovascular effects. Both are listed here for their role in reducing risk to the heart and blood vessels.
Further reading
What is cardiovascular risk reduction?
Cardiovascular risk reduction covers steps taken to lower the chance of disease affecting the heart and blood vessels, often through lifestyle changes or medicines when needed.
What are the first signs of cardiovascular disease?
For some people, the first sign may be chest pain, a heart attack, or a stroke, meaning the condition can appear without prior symptoms.
What raises the risk of cardiovascular disease?
Risk tends to be higher in people over 50, in men, and in those with a family history of cardiovascular disease.
Which tablets for cardiovascular risk reduction can I order?
The medicines listed for cardiovascular risk reduction include products containing telmisartan and empagliflozin. Examples include Sartel and Empagliflozin Tablets.
Are medicines for cardiovascular risk reduction available over the counter in South Africa?
Yes, online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order medicines for cardiovascular risk reduction. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy medicines for cardiovascular risk reduction online?
On Direct Meds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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