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Compare CANAGLIFLOZIN (INVOKANA) and INSULIN DEGLUDEC (Tresiba) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
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
Tresiba · Insulin
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action The primary activity of insulin, including TRESIBA, is regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin and its analogs lower blood glucose by stimulating periphe...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 13 Reddit discussions
CANAGLIFLOZIN
27%
positive
11 threads
INSULIN DEGLUDEC
0%
positive
2 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
11 Reddit threads analysed for CANAGLIFLOZIN
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
9 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.
2 Reddit threads analysed for INSULIN DEGLUDEC
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
32 upvotes
Have any other independent pharms/techs noticed a sudden drop in reimbursement rates on brand names, predominantly from Cigna plans? Of course we would always lose money on 90 day supplies, but we would at least be close to our cost, maybe losing $5-20$ on 30-days. However, in the past 48 ours I hav
Wellcare will not pay for brand name Tresiba in 2025. However, they will pay for insulin degludec (unbranded biologic version of Tresiba). Insulin deludec is of course on backorder. WellCare already denied the prior auth for name brand. Their other option on formulary insulin glargine-yfgn is also o
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
CANAGLIFLOZIN is a Other, while INSULIN DEGLUDEC belongs to the Insulin class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles. CANAGLIFLOZIN is administered via Oral, whereas INSULIN DEGLUDEC uses Subcutaneous. Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
CANAGLIFLOZIN carries 4 FDA warnings. INSULIN DEGLUDEC carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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