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Canagliflozin

Canagliflozin is listed as Invokana, a 100mg tablet for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It belongs to the same class as empagliflozin and dapagliflozin.

Medicine containing Canagliflozin

Invokana

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

100mg

Canagliflozin tablets for type 2 diabetes. It removes excess sugar via urine, so it works regardless of insulin resistance.

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Key points

  • Canagliflozin blocks SGLT2 in the kidney, so glucose that would be reabsorbed leaves in the urine instead.
  • Because it works through the kidneys, it is less effective when kidney function is low.
  • Genital yeast infections and urinary tract infections are the most common side effects; drinking enough fluid helps avoid dehydration.

Rare but serious

Diabetic ketoacidosis can occur even when blood sugar is not very high: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, tiredness or trouble breathing need urgent care. Sores or infections on the feet or legs should be checked promptly.

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