Medicine Description forxiga 10 mg
Forxiga tablets are an innovative medication used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, as well as chronic heart failure in adults with or without type 2 diabetes. It contains an active ingredient called dapagliflozin, a member of a group of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors. It works by increasing glucose excretion in the urine, helping to lower blood sugar levels and improve heart and kidney function.
The active ingredient in Forxiga tablets
Forxiga tablets contain an active ingredient called dapagliflozin, a member of a group of SGLT2 inhibitors. This substance works by inhibiting the action of sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 in the kidneys, reducing glucose reabsorption and increasing its excretion in the urine, thus lowering blood sugar levels. In addition, dapagliflozin has beneficial effects on the heart and kidneys, reducing cardiac overload and improving kidney function, making it effective in treating chronic heart failure and chronic kidney disease.
Uses of Forxiga Tablets
Treatment of type 2 diabetes: Forxiga is used alone or in combination with other medications to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, in addition to diet and exercise.
Treatment of chronic heart failure: Forxiga is used to treat chronic heart failure in adults with or without type 2 diabetes, to reduce the risk of hospitalization due to heart failure and improve quality of life.
Reducing the risk of worsening chronic kidney disease: Forxiga is used to reduce the risk of worsening kidney disease in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, protecting the kidneys from damage and preserving kidney function.