Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor

Sodium-Glucose Transporter 2 Inhibitors

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

<section class="Section" data-sectioncode="34089-3"><a name="ID_fd36fb00-7c31-4b1a-ad48-5d227ed82c01"></a><a name="section-10"></a><h1>11 DESCRIPTION</h1>Dapagliflozin, an inhibitor of SGLT2, is described chemically as D-glucitol, 1,5-anhydro-1-C-[4-chloro-3-[(4-ethoxyphenyl)methyl]phenyl]-, (1S)-, compounded with (2S)-1,2-propanediol, hydrate (1:1:1). The empirical formula is C21H25ClO6•C3H8O2•H2O and the molecular weight is 502.98. The structural formula is:<div class="Figure"><a name="id6857421"></a><img alt="Dapagliflozin Chemical Structure" src="dapagliflozin_struct.jpg"/></div>FARXIGA is available as a film-coated tablet for oral administration containing the equivalent of 5 mg dapagliflozin as dapagliflozin propanediol or the equivalent of 10 mg dapagliflozin as dapagliflozin propanediol, and the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and silicon dioxide. In addition, the film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide.</section>

FARXIGA

Farxiga

dapagliflozin

dapagliflozin 10 MG Oral Tablet

dapagliflozin 10 MG Oral Tablet [Farxiga]

dapagliflozin 5 MG Oral Tablet

dapagliflozin 5 MG Oral Tablet [Farxiga]

Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor

Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitors

<section class="Section" data-sectioncode="34089-3"><a name="S11"></a><a name="section-10"></a><h1>11 DESCRIPTION</h1>GLYXAMBI tablets for oral use contain: empagliflozin and linagliptin.<div class="Section" data-sectioncode="42229-5"><a name="section-10.1"></a>EmpagliflozinEmpagliflozin is an inhibitor of the SGLT2.The chemical name of empagliflozin is D-Glucitol,1,5-anhydro-1-C-[4-chloro-3-[[4-[[(3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl]oxy]phenyl]methyl]phenyl]-, (1S).The molecular formula is C23H27ClO7 and the molecular weight is 450.91. The structural formula is:<img alt="Chemical Structure" src="glyxambi-01.jpg"/>Empagliflozin is a white to yellowish, non-hygroscopic powder. It is very slightly soluble in water, sparingly soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol and acetonitrile, soluble in 50% acetonitrile/water, and practically insoluble in toluene.</div><div class="Section" data-sectioncode="42229-5"><a name="section-10.2"></a>LinagliptinLinagliptin is an inhibitor of the DPP-4 enzyme.The chemical name of linagliptin is 1H-Purine-2,6-dione, 8-[(3R)-3-amino-1-piperidinyl]-7-(2-butyn-1-yl)-3,7-dihydro-3-methyl-1-[(4-methyl-2-quinazolinyl)methyl]-The molecular formula is C25H28N8O2 and the molecular weight is 472.54. The structural formula is:<img alt="Chemical Structure" src="glyxambi-02.jpg"/>Linagliptin is a white to yellowish, not or only slightly hygroscopic solid substance. It is very slightly soluble in water. Linagliptin is soluble in methanol, sparingly soluble in ethanol, very slightly soluble in isopropanol, and very slightly soluble in acetone.</div><div class="Section" data-sectioncode="42229-5"><a name="section-10.3"></a>GLYXAMBIGLYXAMBI tablets are available in two dosage strengths containing 10 mg or 25 mg empagliflozin in combination with 5 mg linagliptin. The inactive ingredients of GLYXAMBI are the following: Tablet Core: copovidone, corn starch, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, mannitol, pregelatinized starch, and talc. Coating: ferric oxide yellow (10 mg/5 mg) or ferric oxide red (25 mg/5 mg), hypromellose, mannitol, polyethylene glycol, talc, and titanium dioxide.</div></section>

Glyxambi

empagliflozin

empagliflozin / linagliptin

empagliflozin 10 MG / linagliptin 5 MG Oral Tablet

empagliflozin 10 MG / linagliptin 5 MG Oral Tablet [Glyxambi]

empagliflozin 25 MG / linagliptin 5 MG Oral Tablet

empagliflozin 25 MG / linagliptin 5 MG Oral Tablet [Glyxambi]

linagliptin

Farxiga (dapagliflozin) is an oral medication prescribed for individuals with diabetes, heart disease, or kidney disease to enhance their health outcomes. Here's how Farxiga is utilized:

Farxiga is employed in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, complementing dietary and exercise measures to regulate blood sugar levels.

It helps lower the likelihood of hospitalization due to heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes who have either cardiovascular disease or multiple cardiovascular risk factors.

Farxiga reduces the risk of cardiovascular death, hospitalization for heart failure, and urgent heart failure visits in adults already dealing with heart failure.

It also diminishes the risk of further deterioration in kidney function, progression to end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), cardiovascular-related deaths, and hospitalization due to heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease who are at risk. 

Farxiga operates by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) found in the kidneys' proximal renal tubules. This inhibition prevents the reabsorption of glucose, causing it to be excreted in the urine. Additionally, Farxiga reduces sodium reabsorption in the kidneys, affecting various physiological functions. These include reducing the heart's preload and afterload, regulating sympathetic activity, and decreasing renal pressure.

Farxiga received FDA approval on January 8, 2014, and belongs to the class of medications known as selective sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors.

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Glyxambi is a medication that combines empagliflozin and linagliptin, both of which are oral drugs designed to manage blood sugar levels. Empagliflozin operates by aiding the kidneys in removing excess glucose from the bloodstream, while linagliptin works to regulate insulin production in response to meals.

Glyxambi is prescribed alongside a balanced diet and regular exercise to enhance blood sugar management in adults dealing with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Additionally, it is employed to reduce the risk of mortality due to heart attack, stroke, or heart failure in adults who have both type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

It's important to note that Glyxambi is not intended for the treatment of type 1 diabetes.

Farxiga®(dapagliflozin)	Glyxambi®(empagliflozin / linagliptin)

Prescription Only Farxiga (dapagliflozin) is an oral medication prescribed for individuals with diabetes, heart disease, or kidney disease to enhance their health outcomes. Here's how Farxiga is...	Prescription Only Glyxambi is a medication that combines empagliflozin and linagliptin, both of which are oral drugs designed to manage blood sugar levels. Empagliflozin operates by aiding the...
Dosage & Administration
Administration
Oral . Learn more.	Oral . Learn more.
Dosing
Recommended starting dose is 5 mg orally once daily. Dose can be increased to 10 mg orally once daily for additional glycemic control. . Learn more.	The recommended dose of GLYXAMBI is 10 mg empagliflozin and 5 mg linagliptin once daily, taken in the morning, with or without food. Dose may be increased to 25 mg empagliflozin and 5 mg linagliptin once daily.. Learn more.
Latin Shorthand
Starting Dose: 5mg PO qd. Can be increased to 10mg PO qd for additional glycemic control.. Learn more.	Recommended GLYXAMBI dose: 10mg empagliflozin + 5mg linagliptin qd in the AM, with or without food. May increase to 25mg empagliflozin + 5mg linagliptin qd.. Learn more.
Financial Assistance
Out-Of-Pocket Costs With Copay Card
$0. Learn more.	$10. Learn more.
Annual Cap
$175 per month. Learn more.	$175 per month. Learn more.
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Generics
No lower-cost generic available	No lower-cost generic available
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Adverse Reactions
Most common adverse reactions (5% or greater incidence) were female genital mycotic infections, nasopharyngitis, and urinary tract infections. . Learn more.	Most common adverse reactions (5% or greater incidence) were urinary tract infections, nasopharyngitis, and upper respiratory tract infections.. Learn more.
Mechanism of Actions (MoA)
SGLT2 Inhibitors. Learn more.	SGLT2 Inhibitors. Learn more.
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