Description

CANAGLIFLOZIN

CANAGLIFLOZIN belongs to the category of medicines called ‘anti-diabetic’ primarily used for managing and treating type 2 diabetes, especially in persons whose sugar levels are too high and cannot be controlled only by dieting and exercising. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that occurs when there is either less insulin or available insulin is not properly utilized by our body cells for lowering raised blood glucose. It is the most common type of diabetes, accounting for around 90% of diabetes cases found commonly in middle-aged people. So it is also called adult-onset diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).

CANAGLIFLOZIN contains “Canagliflozin” is a sodium-glucose cotransporters-2 (SGLT-2) (a protein present in the kidney) inhibitor that works by inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose in the body, resulting in an increase in glucose excretion through urine. The removal of excessive glucose helps to lower the blood sugar level. Additionally, it also lowers high blood pressure, due to increased diuretic effect (water loss) and reduced body weight due to a reduction in glucose availability.

Take CANAGLIFLOZIN as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take CANAGLIFLOZIN based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience urinary tract infections, changes in urination (including urinating more frequently or in larger amounts, urgent need to urinate, need to urinate at night), constipation, feeling thirsty, nausea, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these side effects of CANAGLIFLOZIN do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting CANAGLIFLOZIN, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding. And also, tell the doctor if you have/had any medical history of heart, liver, or kidney diseases. Inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. CANAGLIFLOZIN works best when coupled with a healthy lifestyle like losing weight if you are overweight (BMI>25), eating fewer calories (low fat and sugary food), and being more physically active (at least 150min of activity every week).

Uses of CANAGLIFLOZIN

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

Medicinal Benefits

CANAGLIFLOZIN belongs to the group of medicines called “anti-diabetic” indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM). This medicine is primarily prescribed to persons with high blood sugar levels and is not controlled by diet and exercise alone. CANAGLIFLOZIN consists of “Canagliflozin” is a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor responsible for the inhibition of SGLT-2 enzymes in the kidney. It prevents the reabsorption of glucose from the blood filtered through your kidney, thereby increasing the glucose excretion from your body when you pee. In some cases, CANAGLIFLOZIN can cause weight loss in diabetic persons by increasing the excretion of excess sugar through urination when you pee.

Directions for Use

Take CANAGLIFLOZIN as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.

Side Effects of CANAGLIFLOZIN

• Urinary tract infections
• Changes in urination (including urinating more frequently or in larger amounts, urgent need to urinate, need to urinate at night)
• Constipation
• Feeling thirsty
• Nausea
• Blood tests may show changes in blood fat (cholesterol) levels
• Increases in the number of red blood cells in your blood