Invokana 100mg Tablet

Introduction:

Invokana 100mg Tablet contains canagliflozin. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes is a disease in which high levels of sugar are present in the blood caused by reduced sensitivity of tissues to insulin or lack of insulin (insulin facilitates the entry of glucose to all cells of the body). This medication helps to prevent heart disease and slows down the weakening of kidney function in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. 

Invokana 100mg Tablet is not recommended for adolescents and children under the age of 18. Talk to your physician if you have severe kidney problems, liver problems, heart disorders, urinary tract infections, alcohol addiction, intolerance to some sugars, or if you are on a salt-controlled diet before taking this medicine. This medicine should not be used if you have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Do not drink alcohol during the treatment.

Uses of Invokana 100mg Tablet:

• Type 2 diabetes

How Invokana 100mg Tabletworks:

Invokana 100mg Tablet inhibits sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) in your kidney, inhibits glucose reabsorption, and decreases blood glucose levels.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

• Keep Invokana 100mg Tablet out of sight and reach of children. 
• Store at room temperature between 20°C to 25°C.

References:

1. Janssen-Cilag International NV, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on June 2020] [ Accessed on 17th August 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.8855.pdf
2. Janssen Pharmaceuticals, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on July 2017] [ Accessed on 17th August 2021], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/204042s026lbl.pdf
3. Emma D Deeks, Andre J Scheen; Canagliflozin: A Review in Type 2 Diabetes; Drugs; Published on Sept 2017; Accessed on 17/08/2021; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28836175/

How to use Invokana 100mg Tablet:

Take Invokana 100mg Tablet in a dose and duration prescribed by your physician. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablets. Take the tablet at the same time each day. Stay on your prescribed diet and exercise program while taking this medicine. 

Safety advice:

Pregnancy:

Invokana 100mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. You need to tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. 

Breastfeeding:

Do not breastfeed while being treated with Invokana 100mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Liver:

You need to tell your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking Invokana 100mg Tablet.

Kidney:

You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney disorders or if you are on dialysis before taking Invokana 100mg Tablet.

Driving: 

Do not drive if you feel dizzy while taking Invokana 100mg Tablet.

Others:

• Do not drink alcohol during the treatment.
• Talk to your physician if you have type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, heart disorders, infections, or if you are going to have a surgery before taking Invokana 100mg Tablet.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Dehydration (dizzy, faint, weak, especially when you stand up)
• Low blood sugar
• Serious urinary tract infections
• Ketoacidosis (trouble breathing, stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, tiredness)

Common:

• Yeast infections of the vagina and penis
• Constipation
• Feeling thirsty
• Increased urge to urinate, urinating more than usual, or at night
• Altered blood cholesterol levels