Farxiga

💊 Farxiga (dapagliflozin) – What You Should Know

What is it? Farxiga is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. It helps your body get rid of extra sugar through urine and can also reduce strain on your heart and kidneys.

Why is it prescribed? Doctors may prescribe Farxiga to help lower blood sugar, protect kidney function, or improve heart health—especially in patients at risk of complications.

How do you take it? Farxiga is taken once daily by mouth, with or without food. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and never skip doses.

Common side effects: You might experience increased urination, urinary tract infections, or mild dehydration. Serious side effects like ketoacidosis are rare but important to watch for—talk to your doctor if you feel unusually tired, nauseous, or short of breath.

Important tips:

  • Stay hydrated while taking Farxiga

  • Monitor your blood sugar regularly

  • Let your doctor know if you have kidney issues or take diuretics

  • Don’t stop taking it without medical advice

Eliquis

 

💊 Eliquis (Apixaban) – What You Should Know

What is Eliquis? Eliquis is a prescription blood thinner used to prevent dangerous blood clots. It’s commonly prescribed for people with atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or after hip or knee replacement surgery.

How does it work? Eliquis blocks a clotting protein in your blood called Factor Xa. This helps reduce the risk of clots forming in your legs, lungs, or brain—lowering your chance of stroke or serious complications.

How do you take it? Eliquis is taken by mouth, usually twice a day. It can be taken with or without food. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and don’t skip doses.

Common side effects:

  • Easy bruising

  • Bleeding gums or nosebleeds

  • Longer time for cuts to stop bleeding

Serious risks: Eliquis can cause serious bleeding. Call your doctor if you notice blood in your urine, stool, or vomit, or if you feel dizzy or weak. Never take Eliquis with other blood thinners unless your doctor tells you to.

Important tips:

  • Tell all your healthcare providers you’re taking Eliquis

  • Avoid activities that could cause injury or bleeding

  • Let your doctor know before any surgery or dental work

  • Store at room temperature and keep out of reach of children

Jardiance

💊 Jardiance (Empagliflozin) – What You Should Know

What is Jardiance? Jardiance is a prescription medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. It helps your body remove excess sugar through urine, which lowers blood sugar levels and reduces strain on your heart and kidneys2.

Why is it prescribed? Doctors may prescribe Jardiance to:

  • Lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes

  • Reduce the risk of hospitalization from heart failure

  • Slow the progression of kidney disease

  • Lower the risk of cardiovascular death in high-risk patients2

How do you take it? Jardiance is taken once daily by mouth, with or without food. It comes in 10 mg and 25 mg tablets. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and take it at the same time each day.

Common side effects:

  • Increased urination

  • Urinary tract infections

  • Genital yeast infections

  • Dehydration symptoms like dizziness or thirst3

Serious risks: Jardiance may increase the risk of ketoacidosis (a serious condition involving high ketone levels), especially in people with type 1 diabetes. It’s not approved for type 1 diabetes treatment.

Important tips:

  • Stay hydrated while taking Jardiance

  • Monitor your blood sugar regularly

  • Let your doctor know if you have kidney problems or frequent infections

  • Don’t stop taking it without medical advice