Saxagliptin



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Saxagliptin Information



Saxagliptin Benefits & Uses

Saxagliptin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Saxagliptin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose range: 2.5 - 5 mg
Geriatric
  • Disease: Diabetes Type 2
  • Before or After Meal: With meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose range: 2.5 - 5 mg


Saxagliptin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Saxagliptin is used -

Common

Saxagliptin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Saxagliptin safe for pregnant women?


    No research has not been done till date on the safety of Saxagliptin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Saxagliptin safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Saxagliptin. If you see any side effects, stop taking Saxagliptin immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Saxagliptin again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Saxagliptin on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Saxagliptin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Saxagliptin on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Saxagliptin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Saxagliptin on the Heart?


    Saxagliptin can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Saxagliptin with Other Drugs

Saxagliptin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Saxagliptin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Saxagliptin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Saxagliptin

  • Is this Saxagliptin habit forming or addictive?


    Saxagliptin does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Saxagliptin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Saxagliptin only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Saxagliptin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Saxagliptin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Saxagliptin


    Taking Saxagliptin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Saxagliptin


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Saxagliptin with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Onglyza (saxagliptin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 275-276

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1125-1126

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