SGLT2 Inhibitors Flashcards
1
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Common drugs (and class nickname)
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Nickname: “Gliflozins”
Canagliflozin (Invokana)
Dapagliflozin (Farxiga)
2
Q
MOA
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Inhibit SGLT2 transport proteins in proximal convoluted tubule of nephron, decreasing glucose reabsorption, increasing excreted glucose
3
Q
Contraindications
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Decreased renal function (GFR
4
Q
Serious adverse reactions
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Renal impairment
Ketoacidosis
Orthostatic hypotension
Bladder cancer risk
5
Q
Common adverse reactions
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Genital mycotic infections (esp. in women and uncircumcised men)
UTI
Slight increase in urination