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Compare ALOGLIPTIN (Alogliptin) and CANAGLIFLOZIN (INVOKANA) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Alogliptin, Nesina, OSENI · DPP-4 Inhibitor
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Increased concentrations of the incretin hormones such as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) are releas...
Approved for
INVOKANA, Invokana · Other
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action SGLT2, expressed in the proximal renal tubules, is responsible for the majority of the reabsorption of filtered glucose from the tubular lumen. Canaglifloz...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 10 Reddit discussions
ALOGLIPTIN
0%
positive
0 threads
CANAGLIFLOZIN
30%
positive
10 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
No community discussions found for ALOGLIPTIN yet.
10 Reddit threads analysed for CANAGLIFLOZIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
10 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
I’m just so happy i had to share somewhere. I had my test a couple days ago and got the results, been dreading but it turned out great! The medication (canagliflozin), brown rice and food control has been working the past 2 years. I know i’ll have to continue these for the rest of my life, but know
We went out to the ADA Expo in LA a couple weeks ago and wanted to share some interesting stuff we learned from a seminar on Current and Future Treatments on Diabetes [A few photos] (http://imgur.com/a/pMkDl) [SGLT-2] (http://www.forbes.com/sites/larryhusten/2013/03/29/fda-approves-first-sglt2-inh
So I am a type 2 diabetic taking Invokamet (Metformin+Canagliflozin). I like to have a drink or two with dinner here and there. ive notied though, that if I am drinking beer I get nauseous 2-3 hours after, but not after wine or liquor. Has anyone else seen side effects such as this?
I'm male, age 47, 5 foot 8, weigh about 250 pounds. Ever since going on insulin two years ago I've had a hell of a time losing weight. I also have degenerative disc disease and osteoarthritis of the spine which makes exercising difficult, but I am walking for 15 minutes every day after work, and wor
I'm wondering if anyone has started this med and could tell me how they feel about it. I'm a type 1 and it was offered to me to help lose weight. I'm just unsure of how it will change my BG, if I'll be having lots of hypos and if it really will help me lose weight. Any input would be great to hear.
I've been using Xigduo (metformin with canagliflozin) and I notice that when you eat spicy the capsaicin gets excreted through the urine as well. As a man you will end up with a spicy weiner when you pee. I am an extremely spicy eater but I thought I'd share this uncomfortable side effect for all of
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[https://www.mdmag.com/medical-news/podcast-canagliflozin-approval-sglt2-inhibitors-bakris](https://www.mdmag.com/medical-news/podcast-canagliflozin-approval-sglt2-inhibitors-bakris)
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
ALOGLIPTIN is a DPP-4 Inhibitor, while CANAGLIFLOZIN belongs to the Other class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles.
ALOGLIPTIN carries 4 FDA warnings. CANAGLIFLOZIN carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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