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Invokana 100 mg Tablet

Manufactured byJohnson & Johnson
ContainsCanagliflozin
Description
Invokana 100 mg Tablet is an antidiabetic medicine. It is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat type 2 diabetes (high blood sugar levels when your body cannot make, or use the insulin it makes, effectively to move sugar from the blood into the cells). This medicine works by eliminating the excess sugar from your body. Invokana 100 mg Tablet has some side effects like increased thirst, constipation, dry mouth, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you for a longer time or become severe. Invokana 100 mg Tablet is usually taken once a day before the first meal of your day. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose as it may increase the risk of undesired effects. Your doctor will suggest the dose and duration of treatment depending on the severity of your condition. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it can lead to an increased risk of high blood sugar levels and related complications. Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or other health conditions. Also, inform your doctor about all your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Invokana 100 mg Tablet

  • Bladder pain
  • Increased thirst
  • Loss of appetite
  • Difficult or painful urination
  • Nausea
  • Weight gain
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Trouble breathing
  • Swelling of face, fingers and feet.
  • Dry mouth

Uses of Invokana 100 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Type II Diabetes Mellitus
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Invokana 100 mg Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Invokana 100 mg Tablet lasts for approximately 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Invokana 100 mg Tablet as it may alter the blood sugar levels.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Invokana 100 mg Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Invokana 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe kidney impairment

Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe kidney problems due to the increased risk of worsening your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Amputation

Invokana 100 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may increase the risk of lower leg amputation (removal of a part, or multiple parts, of the leg or feet). The risk is higher if you have a history of leg amputation, foot ulcer, nerve damage, circulatory (blood flow), and heart problem.

Use in Children

Invokana 100 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Driving and operating machines

Low blood sugar levels may occur with the use of Invokana 100 mg Tablet, which may cause dizziness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until you know how this medicine affects you.

Genital mycotic infections

Genital mycotic infection is a fungal infection in the genital area (private parts). Invokana 100 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have genital mycotic infections, as it may further worsen your condition.

Urinary tract infections and Urosepsis

Invokana 100 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution as it may increase the risk of urinary tract infections and urosepsis (a condition in which untreated urinary infection spreads to your kidney).

Ketoacidosis

Ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes that causes increased levels of acids in the blood. Invokana 100 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution as it may increase the risk of this condition. If your experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, unusual tiredness, excess thirst, loss of appetite, etc., consult your doctor immediately.

Hypoglycaemia

Hypoglycaemia is a condition of very low blood sugar levels. Invokana 100 mg Tablet may cause hypoglycaemia on concomitant use with insulin or other antidiabetic medicines such as Sulfonylureas. Hence, your doctor may suggest dose adjustment to use both medications safely.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Invokana 100 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with Invokana 100 mg Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Invokana 100 mg Tablet as it may alter the blood sugar levels.
Interaction with Medicine

Ciprofloxacin

Acetazolamide

Amlodipine

Digoxin

Carbamazepine

Gatifloxacin

Disease interactions

Kidney dysfunction

Invokana 100 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as it may further worsen your condition. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your kidney function and recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Invokana 100 mg Tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet in your mouth. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Regular monitor your blood sugar during treatment with this medicine to keep track of your blood sugar levels. Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly to get maximum benefits from the treatment. Always carry a sugar candy with you to counteract the unexpected lowering of blood sugar levels. Do not change the dose or stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Invokana 100 mg Tablet helps in removing excess sugar from the body through urine. Thus it helps to control high blood sugar levels.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

SGLT-2 inhibitors, Antidiabetic agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Mar 2022

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