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What is FARXIGA?
FARXIGA is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
FARXIGA should not be used to treat people with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine).
For adults with type 2 diabetes, in addition to diet and exercise
FARXIGA (far-SEE-guh) is a pill you take:
Important tips for taking FARXIGA
When taking FARXIGA, it is important to remember the following:
What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking FARXIGA?
Before you take FARXIGA, tell your healthcare provider:
Who should not take FARXIGA?
Do not take FARXIGA if you:
If you have any of these symptoms, stop taking FARXIGA and contact your healthcare provider or go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away.
How should I store FARXIGA?
Store FARXIGA at room temperature between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C).
Frequently asked questions
The most common side effects of FARXIGA include yeast infections of the vagina or penis, and changes in urination, including urgent need to urinate more often, in larger amounts, or at night.
FARXIGA is a prescription medicine used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes.
FARXIGA should not be used to treat people with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine).
Please see full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for FARXIGA.
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