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About Motivyst Tablet

CANAGLIFLOZIN belongs to the category of medicines called 'anti-diabetic' primarily used for the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes, especially in persons whose sugar levels are too high and cannot be only controlled by dieting and exercising. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that occurs when there is either less insulin or available insulin is not properly utilized by our body cells for lowering raised blood glucose. It is the most common type of diabetes, accounting for around 90% of total diabetes cases found commonly in middle-aged people. So it is also called adult-onset diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).

CANAGLIFLOZIN contains “Canagliflozin” is a sodium-glucose cotransporters-2 (SGLT-2) (a protein present in the kidney) inhibitor that works by inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose in the body, resulting in an increase in glucose excretion through urine. The removal of excessive glucose helps to lower down the blood sugar level. Additionally, it also lowers the high blood pressure, due to increased diuretic effect (water loss) and reduced body weight due to a reduction in glucose availability.

Uses of Motivyst Tablet

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Medicinal Benefits of Motivyst Tablet

CANAGLIFLOZIN belongs to the group of medicines called “anti-diabetic” indicated in the treatment of type 2 diabetes or non-insulin-dependent diabetes (NIDDM). This medicine is primarily prescribed to persons whose blood sugar levels are high and is even not controlled by diet and exercise alone. CANAGLIFLOZIN consists of “Canagliflozin” is a sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor responsible for the inhibition of SGLT-2 enzymes in the kidney. It prevents the reabsorption of glucose from the blood that is filtered through your kidney, thereby increase the glucose excretion from your body when you pee. In some cases, CANAGLIFLOZIN can cause weight loss in diabetic persons by increasing the excretion of excess sugar through urination when you pee.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet. CANAGLIFLOZIN should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take CANAGLIFLOZIN exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Motivyst Tablet

Like all medicines, CANAGLIFLOZIN can also cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them. Urinary tract infections, changes in urination (including urinating more frequently or in larger amounts, urgent need to urinate, need to urinate at night), constipation, feeling thirsty, nausea, blood tests may show changes in blood fat (cholesterol) levels, increases in the amount of red blood cells in your blood (hematocrit) are the common side effects of CANAGLIFLOZIN. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

CANAGLIFLOZIN should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes or with diabetic ketoacidosis. Before you start taking CANAGLIFLOZIN, tell your doctor if you have serious heart disease or if you have had a stroke, low blood pressure (hypotension), and severe liver or kidney disease. CANAGLIFLOZIN, when used with insulin, may extremely lower the blood sugar level leading to hypoglycemia condition, which can be fatal. Your doctor may adjust the dose by lowering the dose of insulin or CANAGLIFLOZIN in this case. If you experience rapid weight loss, feeling sick or being sick, stomach pain, excessive thirst, fast and deep breathing, confusion, unusual sleepiness or tiredness, a sweet smell to your breath, a sweet or metallic taste in your mouth, or a different odour to your urine or sweat, talk to a doctor or go to the nearest hospital immediately.