Farxiga — Nutrient Depletion & Health Patterns
Also known as: Dapagliflozin (Farxiga)
Drug Class: SGLT2 inhibitor (Diabetes medication)
Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor that helps lower blood sugar by causing the kidneys to excrete glucose in urine. Also used for heart failure.
Nutrients That Farxiga May Deplete
Long-term use of Farxiga is associated with lower levels of the following nutrients based on peer-reviewed clinical research. WePattern surfaces these patterns from its clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Magnesium
- Phosphorus
- Vitamin B1
- Sodium
Common Side Effects of Farxiga
- Urinary tract infections
- Genital yeast infections
- Increased urination
- Low blood sugar
- Dehydration
- Ketoacidosis risk
Key Drug Interactions — Farxiga
Farxiga has 5 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- Insulin
- Sulfonylureas
- Diuretics
- ACE inhibitors
- ARBs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Farxiga deplete nutrients?
Yes. Farxiga has been associated with depletion of Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Sodium based on clinical research. WePattern maps these relationships from peer-reviewed sources.
What nutrients does Farxiga deplete?
Farxiga is associated with lower levels of: Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B1, Sodium. These depletions can develop over weeks to months of regular use.
What are the side effects of Farxiga?
Common side effects associated with Farxiga include: Urinary tract infections; Genital yeast infections; Increased urination; Low blood sugar; Dehydration.