Farxiga (Dapagliflozin)

Do's

• Take Farxiga by mouth with or without food as directed by your healthcare provider, usually once daily.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
• Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it, and take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• Inform your healthcare provider if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

• Urinary tract infections
• Nasopharyngitis (runny or stuffy nose)
• Genital yeast infection
• Respiratory infections, such as the common cold or the flu
• Increased urination
• Back pain
• Nausea
• Increased cholesterol levels
• Constipation
• Anxiety
• Bladder pain
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Blurred vision
• Chills
• Cold sweats
• Confusion
• Cool, pale skin
• Decreased frequency or amount of urine
• Depression
• Difficult, burning, or painful urination
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Headache
• Increased hunger
• Increased thirst
• Itching of the vagina or genitals

These are not all the possible side effects of Farxiga. If you experience any serious side effects or need more information, consult your healthcare provider. 

Farxiga should not be used if there is a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions to dapagliflozin or any of the other ingredients in Farxiga.

Renal function should be assessed prior to initiation of Farxiga therapy and then as clinically indicated. Volume status should also be assessed, and if necessary, volume depletion should be corrected prior to initiation of Farxiga.

Farxiga is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus with an eGFR less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m. It is likely to be ineffective in this setting based upon its mechanism of action. In addition, it is not recommended for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in patients with polycystic kidney disease or patients requiring or with a recent history of immunosuppressive therapy for kidney disease. Farxiga is not expected to be effective in these populations.

Farxiga may increase the risk of urinary tract infections. Individuals with a history of urinary tract infections may be at higher risk for this side effect.

Farxiga may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical conditions, such as kidney disease or dialysis, high cholesterol, or a history of pancreatitis. Discuss these factors with a healthcare provider before taking Farxiga.

These warnings and precautions should be considered before initiating treatment with Farxiga. Consult with a healthcare provider for personalized advice and guidance.