Jardiance vs. metformin: Differences, similarities & side effects

“Jardiance (empagliflozin) and metformin are two prescription drugs indicated for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes. Both work by lowering blood sugar levels. Jardiance is a brand-name medication, while metformin Hcl is a generic form of the brand-name medications Fortamet, Glumetza, Glucophage, and Riomet. Jardiance is classified in a group of drugs called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, while metformin is classified as a biguanide drug.”