CANAGLIFLOZIN

Overview

CANAGLIFLOZIN is a Schedule H drug.

Canagliflozin is an oral diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. Canagliflozin works by helping the kidneys get rid of glucose from your bloodstream. Canagliflozin is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Canagliflozin is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Canagliflozin is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine. Canagliflozin lowers blood sugar by causing the kidneys to get rid of more glucose in the urine.

Usage

CANAGLIFLOZIN is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2
CANAGLIFLOZIN can address symptoms like: Frequent Urination, Increased Thirst, Weight Loss (unintentional), Head Headache

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

CANAGLIFLOZIN is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

• Canagliflozin is used together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoids long-term complications.
• You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Canagliflozin.
• Canagliflozin also helps reduce weight and blood pressure.
• Canagliflozin may cause you to urinate more often, so make sure you stay hydrated,Can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males,Can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
• You should not use canagliflozin if you have severe kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Canagliflozin is not for treating type 1 diabetes.You should not use canagliflozin if you are allergic to it.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CANAGLIFLOZIN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

CANAGLIFLOZIN : Seizure, Anxiety, Depression, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Hives, Night Terrors, Stomach Pain, Dry Skin, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Pale Skin, Confusion, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Slurred Speech, Body Discoloration, Weakness (generalized), Frequent Urination, Fruity Odor On Breath, Pain With Urination, Arms Swelling, Legs Swelling

Serious Side-Effects

CANAGLIFLOZIN : Lower Back Pain, Urinary Tract Infection, Vomiting, Nausea, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Vomit, Weight Gain, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized), Penis Itching, Penis Swelling, Penis Discoloration, Face Swelling, Fingers Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

CANAGLIFLOZIN : Dizziness, Breathlessness, Sunburn, Body Discoloration, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Food Interactions

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Disease Interactions

CANAGLIFLOZIN can interfere with: Hyperkalemia, Hyperlipidemia, Hypotension

Technical Classification

CANAGLIFLOZIN is categorized as: SGLT-2 INHIBITORS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CANAGLIFLOZIN as Ingredient

INVOKANA 100MG TAB	CANAGLIFLOZIN 100 MG
MOTIVYST 300MG TAB	CANAGLIFLOZIN 300 MG
MOTIVYST TAB	CANAGLIFLOZIN 300.0 MG
SULISENT 100MG TAB	CANAGLIFLOZIN 100 MG