Invokana User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Gen
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 13, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Although this medication did bring my sugars down a bit and my tastings incredible I had to stop taking it because of constant yeast infections. I thought I could toughen it out but after being on it for three months and no sign of the infections going away my doctor took me off of it. I have also notice my hair is so much thinner and falling out. My nails were also brittle and breaking. And make sure you drink plenty of water because it dehydrates you very fast"

• Nayala
• February 16, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was switched to Invokana to reduce my A1C . The first month I had no negative experiences with the medication. However, I took the pills for two more weeks and developed a serious urinary tract and yeast infection. I was able to clear the infections with Monistat and AZO. I stopped taking the Invokana. About a week later I developed boils on my thumb, upper thighs and vaginal area which I was able to clear with Neosporin with the exception of one on my thigh which would not drain. I finally went to the Emergency. The boil was lanced and drained while I was put on an IV for antibiotics and pain meds. It took six weeks to heal. Another two weeks and I have another boil on my vaginal area. This has been a very painful experience."

• Abano
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 6, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been a type 2 diabetic for 22 years. I started on invokana 150mg bid along with 1000mg metformin bid in 2016. My a1c was stuck around 8.0 and i was dehydrated with very poor skin turger. Inspite of my concerns about dehydration my arnp increased the invokana to 300mg bid. I experienced a 14lb weight loss and a1c dropped from 8.0 to 6.9. I was pleased, however The dehydration got worse and I began to experience peripheral neuropathy in my lower legs that became increasingly painful over the next few months...when my feet turned bluish purple...I stopped taking the invokana. The pain and discoloration subsided after about 3 weeks. I was on the higher dose for approx 9 months."

• trodg...
• September 7, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on Invokana for almost a year. No problems though I realize that I have to drink water almost constantly. Went from size 18 to size 12, but I cut out a lot of sugar and try to eat more healthy, like watching my carbs."

• Bear
• January 19, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Been on Invokana for about two months, and while it lowered my insulin use (I'm on a pump and was using about 250 units a day) it's had some unpleasant side effects too. There is some pain in the penis during sex, and after the act the penis has turned bright red and sore on some occasions. It usually goes away in a day or two, but I'm thinking about going off of it. I've also had stomach upset, lightheaded and dizzyness (especially on getting up)."

• Laura
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 6, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I love this medicine been on it for 2 months no side effects... Totally off of insulin and lost 42 lbs with a little change of food intake... Wouldn't change it for anything been diabetic for over 15yrs and nothing has worked for like it is now...."

• RevNJ
• August 3, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I found this drug to be quite problematic for me. It caused such severe dehydration after shifting to the 300mg dosage that I could not get through a night's sleep without awakening to excruciatingly painful leg and foot cramps that thoroughly awakened me. I would also awake at night and in the morning, feeling as if someone had poured sand in my eyes. Even my eyes were dehydrated. I attempted to address the dehydration by drinking as much as a gallon and a half of water per day, with a lot of water before bedtime. Constant urination (of course!) No real effect on my glucose readings. Prior to starting Invokana I had started a no sugar/starch diet, and returned to daily exercise which brought my numbers down more than Invokana."

• SoundA
• September 3, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "The general side effects of dehydration and urination aside, those were not my problem. Fatigue was the issue. I was on 100mg to start and noticed after six weeks a decrease in mental acuity -- missing things I might not otherwise, more forgetful. My dose was increased to 300mg and all I wanted to do was sleep. Went back down to 100mg, but the exhaustion continues. Time to try something else."

• Jan
• July 15, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Invokana 300 mg has been a blessing to restoring my health. In February I was on 50 units of insulin (long acting) and it was ineffective at controlling my diabetes. In Feb A1C 11.2 April 9.0 July 7.1. Initially, I was on Long Acting Insulin and the Invokana 300 mg. by April I was just on the Invokana. Please note I had bad reactions (from hives and lumps to gatrointestinal distress) to at least five diabetic medications. Ugh! Thank you for your product. I also have been able to use the drug copayment help offer by the company."

• Ecky
• February 29, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Invokana has help me to keep my diabetes under very good control. I have had diabetes for 30 yrs. I visit my doctor often. Lab work is normal. I worry when I hear of side effects and the advertisements by law firms."

• type...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was taking metformin for 7 years. Doc added januvia as a1c was climbing. It did not work at all. Moved to invokana and had immediate results. Blood levels now normal and lowest in 7 years. Losing weight too. Some thirst issues but not serious. Fast level 110 after meal 140. Only problem: IT IS EXPENSIVE."

• Daphne
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 16, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I used Invokana for years, along with Metformin and Victoza. At first Invokana had me running to the bathroom a lot. I had vaginal yeast infections in the beginning and once later. What was very strange the Invokana just stopped working. I no longer had urges to go to the bathroom. I told my doctor and he told me to stop taking it."

• Scott...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 25, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "A1c 13 a year ago. Taking 300mg Invokana alongside 2000mg metformin and 50u lantus once daily. A1c made it to 7.0. Very happy now. Lantus alone and lantus plus metformin did not help enough over the last ten years. Thirsty and sometimes tired (water and caffeine counters this). Also taking tiny dose of lisinopril to protect kidneys. No other side effects (never encountered any urinary issues)"

• Anonymous
• November 2, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Put on meds 300mgs summer of 2016 after being on 100mgs Januvia since 2007. Have all the side affects, I told doctor who said it's normal. Do have kidney disease that WWE monitor. Issue is I'm feel like I'm going crazy brain fog, very very tired, anxiety high, don't trust my judgement, my ocd has come back big time, know what I'm thinking about just can't think of the right words, know what I wanna say but comes out different, paranoid,insomnia, I sleep about 12 hrs a day, don't have energy hot flashes,use to be very active person. Don't want to do anything or be bothered by anyone my life has really been altered, was just wondering if anyone else experienced this too."

• Bob
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 20, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was originally on 100 mg Invokana for 8 months. A/1C dropped from 8 to 6.8 I had to stop because of fungus infection around the glads of my penis. (un circumsized) Turns out this is very very common due to excess sugar in the urine. I'm now back on Invokana and A/1C has dropped again and my weight is back to where is was before stopping Invokana. Only change this time is more frequent cleaning around the glans and wiping away excess urine. The fungus was the only side effect I had."

• OBano
• June 15, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My sugar levels were in the 250-300 constantly.. now they are below 130 it's great.. there's risks with this medication being new.. but it's working wonders.. was on metformin 1000mg twice a day and Glipizide twice a day now.. just metformin and Glipzide once a day.. I am very happy. Feel a lot better.. no side effects so far.. was going to get insulin if Invokana didn't lower my sugar levels.. so lucky to have gotten it prescribed to me.."

• Bebe
• February 26, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Been taking Invokana for 5 months. Had yeast infection the fist month and bad vaginal itch but it was controlled after I wash 3 times a day or wash when I start itching. So far I lost 20lbs. I think my hair loss is due to body change, but I can deal with that. This drug really works for me. Just so expensive!"

• gdg
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 10, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started this medicine Invokana and I was heading to the bathroom all the time. It worked somewhat on A1c . I had several reactions while on it . Eventually this started the effect where you had to go suddenly and you better be near a bathroom . I had too many real close to accident scenarios where I would just barely make it to the bathroom . Not worth it along with other issues I was having with it . I'm not going to wear adult diapers just to take this horrible medicine."

• Just...
• December 24, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Took this med for about 3 months. If I could have given it a lower rating than -0- I would. I had constant yeast infections, peed all the time, excessive thirst, dry skin, and vaginal sores. Heck, I might as well have not taken it, as I had all the symptoms of high blood sugar, and it would have been cheaper! I would not recommend this drug for anyone."

• Pizza...
• July 26, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Thought this medicine was great at first, but after going to 300mg dose, got yeast infections, terrible itching and burning. Tried all the suggested ideas, probotics, washing more, baby wipes, drinking more water, vasoline, moniststat, but to no avail. Would clear up for a few days and start up again. Just could not stand it any longer. While I could eat slightly more carbs, only lost about 10lbs after 5 months and then it seemed like when I did eat carbs my sugar went up and stayed up until I ate my next meal before going down. A1c only went from 7.9 to 7.8 after three months on the higher dose. Also had terrible dry mouth and frequent urination. Just unsure of this medication."

• Dispe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 17, 2014

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Type II diabetic since 2003. Been on Metformin, Avandia, glyburide, Lantus, and Novalog either as monotherapy or in combinations. Been on pump since 2007 and got through 2 pregnancies with pump. Endocrinologist recommended this so I can reduce my insulin uptake and hopefully, get off the pump (weight gain and complacent with diet on pump). So far I've only been on Invokana 4 days. Lost 8 pounds, reduced appetite, more water intake. Noticed you need to watch carbs or sugar will spike. I'm still on Metformin 2000mg/day and pump but barely any insulin. Will stay on this for a while to see if I can get off the pump (my goal) and lose more weight."

• Jurys...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 19, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Four days in, I've been feeling REALLY bad around mid-afternoon. Have already lost a few pounds. Frequently very thirsty. Have a hard time concentrating when the mid-afternoon blahs come on. A1c probably can't be judged based on less than a week, but seems to have come from 8.1 to 7.5. Am really hoping I get used to this medication, but it's a bit of a rough ride for me in the initial going. Just a word of warning...your mileage may vary, of course. Used the coupon to get it free, but my copay would be $85 a month otherwise."

• Wease...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 21, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Within 12 days 100 mg brought my sugar down 40 pts. HOWEVER, it did a number on my blood pressure. I have excellent blood pressure, on the lower end of normal, and this dropped it down to the point I could barely function. Fatigue so bad I had to stop driving after 15 miles because I was falling asleep at the wheel. Going up the 3 flights of stairs to my apt felt like climbing Mt. Everest. Constant dizziness, wooziness, the floor felt like it was moving when I'd bend down. Weird tunnel vision effect like what happens when you know you're gonna faint. It took 2 full days for all those side effects to clear after I quit taking it. I suffered 12 days thinking I'd get used to it but it just kept getting worse. Beware low BP side effects with it"

• Bob
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 6, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I took Invokana for about 3 weeks at 100mg, within 2 weeks I had a yeast infection and generally had a ill body feeling, I was jumped up to 200 MG and in approx 2 weeks I had swelling in both arm pits, legs, pains all over my body. I stopped and started this drug 3 x and every time I tried to the same swelling in my arm pits and arms. We had no idea if it was the drug or a underlying health conditions. Due to swelling in the arm pit and pains my doctor screened me for cancer as it runs in the family, all STD'a and meningitis all came back negative. Every time I stopped this medication I felt better. Felt so lathargic and pain in my arms back. Will never take it again. Ever!!!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 30, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "After taking Metformin for yrs. I suddenly developed chronic diarrhea. I was put on Invokana as the next medicine to try and absolutely loved it. Weight loss and lower blood sugars. Unfortunately I also developed chronic diarrhea with this medicine also. I am now on Victoza and get headaches, stomach pain, racing heart, high blood pressure. I would definitely stayed on Invokana if I could."