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Dapagliflozin
This page gives a simpler explanation of what Dapagliflozin is used for and which common side effects may occur.
Other names
Forxiga
What is it used for?
This medicine is used to treat type 2 diabetes and may also be used for heart failure or chronic kidney disease. It lowers blood sugar by helping the kidneys remove excess glucose from the body through urine.
Side effects (tap to view)
The most common side effects may include:
- Increased urination
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Genital yeast infection
- Low blood sugar (especially with other diabetes medicines)
- Increased urination
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Genital yeast infection
- Low blood sugar (especially with other diabetes medicines)
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