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Saxagliptin

Uses

Saxagliptin Uses Saxagliptin is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used alongside diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How it Works

How Saxagliptin works Saxagliptin is an antidiabetic medication that increases the release of insulin from the pancreas while decreasing the hormones that elevate blood sugar levels. This action helps to reduce both fasting and post-meal sugar levels.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Saxagliptin include headache, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), nausea, vomiting, sinus inflammation, and edema (swelling).

Expert Advice

  • Saxagliptin should be taken at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • Exercise caution while driving or operating machinery until you understand how Saxagliptin affects you.
  • It may cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) when used with other antidiabetic medications, alcohol, or if you delay or miss a meal.
  • Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms, such as:
    • Cold sweats
    • Cool, pale skin
    • Tremor
    • Anxiety
  • Inform your doctor if you notice joint pains or develop symptoms such as:
    • Stomach pain
    • Nausea
    • Vomiting
  • Continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medications along with Saxagliptin.
  • Chances of weight gain and low blood sugar are lower compared to other diabetes medications.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.

Other Combinations

Metformin + Saxagliptin

Dapagliflozin + Saxagliptin

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Frequently asked questions

Saxagliptin typically does not cause hypoglycemia when used alone, but it may lead to low blood sugar when combined with medications like insulin or sulfonylureas.
No, Saxagliptin is weight neutral and does not cause weight loss or gain. Weight gain may occur when used with other antidiabetic medications such as thiazolidinediones, sulfonylureas, or insulin.
Saxagliptin is contraindicated in individuals with a history of allergy to the drug or its components, and in patients with a history of pancreatitis.
Yes, combining Saxagliptin with glipizide can improve blood sugar control, as both are antidiabetic drugs that work through different mechanisms.
Yes, Saxagliptin can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medications, along with a proper diet and exercise.
Saxagliptin can lower the required insulin dose and reduce the risk of hypoglycemia when used together. Consult your doctor for potential dose adjustments.
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