Dapagliflozin

Description

This page contains brief details about the drug dapagliflozin, it’s indication, dosage & administaration, mechanism of action, related brands with strength, warnings and common side effects.

Date of Approval

Dapagliflozin is an anti-diabetic drug. It belongs to the group of medications called sodium-glucose co-transporter. FDA approved this medicine on January 8, 2014, for its medical use.

Mechanism of Action of Dapagliflozin

Dapagliflozin reduces glucose reabsorption and lowers the renal threshold for glucose. It mainly works by removing excess sugar from your body via your urine and lowering the sugar in your blood.

Uses of Dapagliflozin

Dapagliflozin is available as a tablet. It treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients above 18 years and older.

Dapagliflozin Dosage available

Take the Dapagliflozin as advised by your physician. Do not chew or break the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.