memtb
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I saw a television commercial for this earlier, couldn't believe the side effects. It only got worse when I researched it, only to find at the bottom of this list…..this ain't the entire list! 
Why would anyone consider taking this
…..and how is it approved? 
memtb
Farxiga first gained FDA approval on January 8, 2014. There is no Farxiga generic.
Diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine) in people with type 1 diabetes and other ketoacidosis. Farxiga can cause ketoacidosis that can be life-threatening and may lead to death. Ketoacidosis is a serious condition that needs to be treated in a hospital. People with type 1 diabetes have a high risk of getting ketoacidosis. People with type 2 diabetes or pancreas problems also have an increased risk of getting ketoacidosis. Ketoacidosis can also happen in people who are sick, cannot eat or drink as usual, skip meals, are on a diet high in fat and low in carbohydrates (ketogenic diet), take less than the usual amount of insulin, or miss insulin doses, drink too much alcohol, have a loss of too much fluid from the body (volume depletion), or who have surgery. Ketoacidosis can happen even if your blood sugar is less than 250 mg/dL. Your healthcare provider may ask you to periodically check ketones in your urine or blood. Stop taking FARXIGA and call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get any of the following:
If possible, check for ketones in your urine or blood, even if your blood sugar is less than 250 mg/dL.
Dehydration. Farxiga can cause some people to become dehydrated (the loss of body water and salt). Dehydration may cause you to feel dizzy, faint, lightheaded, or weak, especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). There have been reports of sudden kidney injury in people with Type 2 diabetes who are taking Farxiga. You may be at a higher risk of dehydration if you:
Vaginal yeast infections. Women who take Farxiga may get vaginal yeast infections. Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection include:
Farxiga should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes to improve blood sugar control because it may increase their risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Not recommended to improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes with moderate to severe kidney disease (an eGFR of less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m2) (likely to be ineffective in this setting).
Dosages of insulin or other medications that increase insulin release may need reducing to avoid the risk of hypoglycemia. Farxiga may increase the risk of hypoglycemia developing when combined with these medications.
Serious, life-threatening cases of necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum (Fournier's Gangrene) have been reported in patients with diabetes prescribed Farxiga. If you develop pain or tenderness, redness, or swelling in your genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise, see your doctor immediately.
Some side effects may be more likely to occur in older adults.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Why would anyone consider taking this
…..and how is it approved? memtbFarxiga first gained FDA approval on January 8, 2014. There is no Farxiga generic.
Farxiga side effects
The most common side effects of Farxiga are:- Female genital yeast infections (vaginal thrush)
- Urinary tract infections
- Nasopharyngitis (a runny or stuffy nose).
Serious side effects
Farxiga can cause the following serious side effects.Diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine) in people with type 1 diabetes and other ketoacidosis. Farxiga can cause ketoacidosis that can be life-threatening and may lead to death. Ketoacidosis is a serious condition that needs to be treated in a hospital. People with type 1 diabetes have a high risk of getting ketoacidosis. People with type 2 diabetes or pancreas problems also have an increased risk of getting ketoacidosis. Ketoacidosis can also happen in people who are sick, cannot eat or drink as usual, skip meals, are on a diet high in fat and low in carbohydrates (ketogenic diet), take less than the usual amount of insulin, or miss insulin doses, drink too much alcohol, have a loss of too much fluid from the body (volume depletion), or who have surgery. Ketoacidosis can happen even if your blood sugar is less than 250 mg/dL. Your healthcare provider may ask you to periodically check ketones in your urine or blood. Stop taking FARXIGA and call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away if you get any of the following:
- nausea
- tiredness
- vomiting
- trouble breathing
- stomach area (abdominal) pain
- ketones in your urine or blood.
Dehydration. Farxiga can cause some people to become dehydrated (the loss of body water and salt). Dehydration may cause you to feel dizzy, faint, lightheaded, or weak, especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension). There have been reports of sudden kidney injury in people with Type 2 diabetes who are taking Farxiga. You may be at a higher risk of dehydration if you:
- take medicines to lower your blood pressure, including water pills (diuretics)
- are on a low-salt diet
- have kidney problems
- are 65 years of age or older.
Vaginal yeast infections. Women who take Farxiga may get vaginal yeast infections. Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection include:
- vaginal odor
- white or yellowish vaginal discharge (discharge may be lumpy or look like cottage cheese)
- vaginal itching.
- redness, itching, or swelling of the penis
- foul-smelling discharge from the penis
- rash of the penis
- pain in the skin around the penis.
Farxiga should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes to improve blood sugar control because it may increase their risk of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Not recommended to improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes with moderate to severe kidney disease (an eGFR of less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m2) (likely to be ineffective in this setting).
Serious, life-threatening cases of necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum (Fournier's Gangrene) have been reported in patients with diabetes prescribed Farxiga. If you develop pain or tenderness, redness, or swelling in your genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise, see your doctor immediately.
Some side effects may be more likely to occur in older adults.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
