Results for tag: "Farxiga"

Farxiga is a medication used to treat type 2 diabetes, a condition in which the body does not produce enough insulin or does not use insulin properly. It belongs to a class of drugs known as sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, which work by blocking the reabsorption of glucose in the kidneys, allowing it to be excreted in the urine. Farxiga is also used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death in adults with type 2 diabetes and established cardiovascular disease. Farxiga is part of the Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders Drugs market, which includes medications used to treat conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disorders. These drugs are used to help regulate hormones and metabolism, and can be taken orally or injected. Companies in the Farxiga market include AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim, Eli Lilly, Merck, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi. Show Less Read more