Farxiga

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 21, 2022

Pros & Cons


Farxiga Pros and Cons

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  • You only need to take one tablet of Farxiga by mouth once daily.
  • You can take this medicine with or without food.
  • It works well to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Farxiga can lower the risk of hospitalization for heart failure in patients with heart failure, diabetes, established cardiovascular disease, and multiple cardiovascular risk factors.
  • You can take Farxiga with other drugs for additional glycemic control.
  • Farxiga is less likely to cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) than some other oral diabetes medicines

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  • Farxiga can increase the risk of developing a urinary tract infection or genital yeast infection.
  • This medicine is not appropriate for people with severe kidney problems. This medication can also cause acute kidney injury for some people.
  • You should not drink alcohol while on Farxiga.
  • The brand name Farxiga is expensive, and no low-cost generic version is available yet.