Sulisent 100mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Sulisent 100mg Tablet

Canagliflozin(100mg)

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food
alcohol
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Sulisent 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sulisent 100mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Sulisent 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sulisent 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Sulisent 100mg Tablet

Canagliflozin(100mg)

Sulisent tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

How sulisent tablet works

Sulisent 100mg Tablet is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by removing excess sugar from your body through urine.

Common side effects of sulisent tablet

Increased thirst, Polyuria, Urinary tract infection, Genital fungal infection, Nausea, Constipation, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Sulisent Tablet

  • Canagliflozin is used alone or together with other diabetes medicines to control blood sugar and avoid long-term complications.
  • It may cause your body to lose too much fluid (dehydration) or you may urinate more often. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor and anxiety.
  • It can cause genital fungal and/or urinary tract infections (UTIs) in both females and males, so practice good hygiene.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Monitor your blood sugar regularly while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience constant dizziness, joint pain, cold-like symptoms or unexplained nausea/vomiting.

Frequently asked questions FOR Sulisent 100mg Tablet

Canagliflozin

Q. What is Sulisent 100mg Tablet used for?
Sulisent 100mg Tablet is used in adults with type 2 diabetes to lower blood sugar levels. It works best when used along with diet and exercise. It is also used in adults having diabetes and cardiovascular disease together. Its use in such patients helps reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke or death due to these cardiovascular events.
Q. Is Sulisent 100mg Tablet the same as metformin?
No, Sulisent 100mg Tablet is not the same as metformin. Sulisent 100mg Tablet is a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor whereas metformin is a biguanide. Sulisent 100mg Tablet lowers blood sugar by causing the kidneys to get rid of more glucose in the urine. On the other hand, metformin works by reducing the amount of sugar which your liver releases into your blood.
Q. How do you take Sulisent 100mg Tablet?
Take Sulisent 100mg Tablet exactly as advised by your doctor. You should swallow the tablet whole with water. You can take your tablet with or without food. It is best to take it before the first meal of the day, preferably at the same time each day. This will help you remember to take it.
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Q. How do I know that Sulisent 100mg Tablet is working?
Keep a record of your blood sugar levels, daily or at regular intervals. You can show this record to your doctor on your next visit. Your doctor will analyze these reports and tell you whether the medicine is working or not.
Q. What types of patients are more prone to amputation?
Patients having a history of amputation are more prone to lower limb amputation. The risk is also high in patients with foot ulcers or sores or who have or had heart disease. Also, patients who have or have suffered from peripheral vascular disease (narrowing of blood vessels in feet, legs, or arms causing numbness, pain, or coldness) and neuropathy (nerve damage that causes tingling, numbness, and pain, usually in your hands and feet) also have a high risk of lower limb amputation.
Q. Can Sulisent 100mg Tablet cause weight loss?
Sulisent 100mg Tablet usually causes loss of fat mass which further leads to weight loss. However, this may vary from person to person depending upon the doses and whether it is being used alone or with other diabetes medications.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Sulisent 100mg Tablet?
The serious side effects of Sulisent 100mg Tablet include ketoacidosis (increased ketones in your blood or urine), some allergic reaction, sudden kidney impairment, serious urinary tract infections and low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Sulisent 100mg Tablet may also cause a serious bacterial infection that may damage the tissue under the skin in the area between and around the anus and genitals (perineum), although it is rare. This medicine may weaken your bones, increasing the risk of fractures, particularly in the upper arms, wrists, or hands.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)