Forxiga 10mg Tablet is an antidiabetic drug in the category of sodium-glucose cotransport-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, containing the active ingredient Dapagliflozin. It mainly treats type 2 diabetes mellitus in patients above 18 years and older. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by increased blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). This drug is also approved for treating heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) in adults. It helps to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure. 

This drug mainly helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. It is always taken in combination with diet and exercise. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine with other antidiabetic medications when your blood sugar is high and uncontrolled. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Forxiga 10mg Tablet or any of its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you get urinary tract infections because this medicine may cause UTI. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18.

Your doctor will check for kidney function at least once every year or more frequently while you are taking this medicine. If you experience nausea, vomiting, fever, or cannot eat or drink while taking Forxiga 10mg Tablet, it is important to inform your doctor. These conditions can lead to dehydration, and your doctor may advise temporarily discontinuing the medication until you have recovered. When taking this drug, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can occur even if blood sugar levels are normal. If you suspect you have symptoms of DKA, it is necessary to contact your doctor or go to the nearest hospital without delay.

Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Heart failure.

Forxiga 10mg Tablet 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.

Take the Forxiga 10mg Tablet 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.

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Urinary tract infection

Angioedema

Necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum

Genital infection (thrush) of your penis or vagina (signs may include irritation, itching, unusual discharge, or odor)

Back pain

Dizziness

Rash

Urgency in urination

Excessive thirst

Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Forxiga 10mg Tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

Store Forxiga 10mg Tablet at a room temperature (20°C to 25°C)

Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.

Forxiga 10mg Tablet can increase urination, possibly leading to dehydration if not compensated for by adequate fluid intake. Drink plenty of water often to stay well hydrated. This drug causes genital yeast infections in both males and females. Practice good hygiene, including regular washing and cleaning of the genital area, to reduce the risk of infections. Limit the intake of sugary foods, processed snacks, and high-fat meals.