Diabetes

Forxiga (Dapagliflozin) is a diabetes medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes. Dapagliflozin is classed as a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor. Best results will be achieved when Forxiga is taken along with a healthy diet and an exercise program.

Glucobay containing the active ingredient acarbose is considered an antidiabetic type of medication. It works by slowing the action of certain chemicals that break down food to help keep glucose from rising very high after meals. Controlling high blood sugar levels can help prevent kidney damage, nerve problems, vision problems, sexual function problems and loss of limbs. It is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to treat patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Proper control of diabetes may reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Glyciphage-250 is prescribed to treat patients with type 2 diabetes. The active ingredient metformin hydrochloride is considered an antidiabetic type of medication known as a biguanide.

Januvia works by reducing the amount of glucagon and increasing the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas to control blood sugar levels. The active ingredient sitagliptin is considered a dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitor type of medication. Controlling high blood sugar levels can help prevent sexual function problems, loss of limbs, nerve problems, vision problems and kidney damage. Proper control of diabetes can help lessen the risk of a stroke or heart attack.