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.
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