Product Description

FORXIGA TABLET contains Dapagliflozin, a sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor used to help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes. It is also used in appropriate patients to reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure and to help protect kidney function in certain chronic kidney disease conditions.

🔹 Key Uses
FORXIGA TABLET may be used for:

Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Heart failure in appropriate patients
Chronic kidney disease in appropriate patients
Reducing the risk of certain heart failure and kidney-related complications

🔹 Composition
Active ingredient: Dapagliflozin
Medicine class: Sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor
Dosage form: Tablet

🔹 How It Works
Dapagliflozin reduces the reabsorption of glucose in the kidneys. This causes excess glucose and sodium to be removed through urine, helping lower blood sugar and providing beneficial effects on fluid balance and kidney function.

🔹 Key Benefits

Helps lower blood glucose levels
Supports improved blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes
Helps reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure in appropriate patients
Provides kidney-protective benefits in certain chronic kidney disease patients
Helps remove excess glucose through urine

🔹 Dosage and Administration
The dose and duration should be determined by a doctor according to the patients condition.

Take the tablet exactly as prescribed
It can generally be taken with or without food
Maintain adequate fluid intake unless your doctor advises otherwise
Do not stop treatment or change the dose without medical advice

🔹 Possible Side Effects
Common side effects may include:

Increased urination
Genital fungal infections
Urinary tract infections
Dehydration
Dizziness
Changes in blood pressure

Serious side effects can include diabetic ketoacidosis, severe dehydration, serious urinary or genital infections, and severe allergic reactions. Seek immediate medical attention if severe symptoms occur.

🔹 Precautions and Warnings

Use only under medical supervision.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, low blood pressure, or a history of recurrent urinary or genital infections.
Monitor blood glucose as recommended by your healthcare professional.
Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you are taking.
Seek medical attention if you develop severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, or unusual weakness.
Dapagliflozin is generally not used for type 1 diabetes unless specifically directed in a specialist setting.