Farxiga for Chronic Kidney Disease User Reviews
Farxiga has an average rating of 6.1 out of 10 from a total of 9 reviews for the treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease. 33% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 22% reported a negative experience.
- IGA...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 23, 2022
"Hi I started Farxiga 3 months ago. My EGFR has dropped from 52 to 44. I have chest muscle tightness, swelling around eye lids. My 24 hour protein leak has dropped from 1.2 to 0.6. Due to side effects and EGFR I am not going to continue the drug. Have appointment with my nephologist tomorrow."
- RWP
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 1, 2023
"I started taking Farxiga in July 2022 for an eGFR of 18. 2 weeks ago in Feb 2023, my eGFR is now 44. I was given the Astrazentica grant for a years supply of Farxiga because I can't afford the copay. I had to nag my PCP for 6 months to prescribe the drug, as I didn't want dialysis or a kidney transplant. I'm not a diabetic and I watch my sugar intake or lack of intake so I don't become hypoglycemic. So far so good. My nephrologist was getting ready to put me on the medication, until PCP finally read up about how the drug helps. My use of Farxiga outweighs the side effects of hot flashes. I don't have any other side effects. I'm on 10mg dose still until it's safe to go back to 5mg, per my nephrologist."
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- doug
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 20, 2023
"Here is the really weird thing about Farxiga: it's supposed to help your kidneys, but it makes your kidney numbers worse. My GFR went down, my serum creatinine went up, and my urine albumin went from 68.1 mg/l to 338 mg/l after using it for only six weeks. My doctor told me this is normal - it's counterintuitive. So I asked him - how will I know it's working - he said wait 5-10 years. I had non-insulin-dependent diabetes with protein in my urine so my endocrinologist/nephrologist recommended it to protect my kidneys. She switched my 1500 mg of metformin to 10 mg of Faxiga. The Farxiga was not as effective at controlling my diabetes. My A1c jumped from 5.5 to 5.7 and my insulin jumped from 30 to 68. I was very hungry on this drug and I also think it affected my taste buds and gave me the sniffles. It's odd to take a drug that gives the opposite statistics of what you want - I really don't think I'll continue taking it."
- Jack
- Taken for less than 1 month
- April 19, 2023
"I began taking Farxiga in February for a month but became concerned about potential kidney function loss and decided to discontinue use. After stopping, my kidney function increased from 30 to 34. I thought it would be helpful to consult with primary and clinical pharmacists regarding my concerns. However, my kidney doctor resumed my Farxiga prescription and I have now been taking it for one month. Unfortunately, my kidney function has decreased to 24 and I have had two blood tests in one week that revealed elevated levels of creatine and potassium. Despite having a good blood panel in March before starting Farxiga, I have experienced chest pain and a salty taste in my mouth. I stopped taking Farxiga today, but I am worried that the damage may be irreversible. If you have low kidney function to start with, I advise against taking this medication as it may adversely affect your potassium levels. I am scared and have read that individuals with a GFR of less than 45 should avoid this medication. I question my doctor's decision to prescribe it to me."
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- Anonymous
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 22, 2022
"I also have high blood pressure and heart disease. My doctor just prescribed this drug. However. reading all the reviews. I am not going to take this drug I do not want yeast infection or loose my hair. Looks like almost everyone taking the drug ended up getting yeast infection."
- Noel
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- March 21, 2023
"Been on this drug for 9 months. Protein leak has decreased from 385 to 187. EGFR has decreased from 90 to 70 but I’ve been told that’s normal and ok. No side effects at all so I’ll keep taking it"
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- Richard...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 4, 2023
"I took Farxiga and had a bad skin rash all over my body with unbearable itching. My GFR readings went from 18 to 27. My dermatologist had me stop taking it and said it could take up to 9 months for my skin to repair to normal. Really wish I could have tolerated it to see how much more improvement I could get from it."
- DMG
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- May 3, 2024
"I was hesitant to start taking for kidney function and pre-diabetes. So far, so good. I've experienced none of the 'bad' side effects. I will know in a month or so if my CKD has stopped progressing."
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"Secondary Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), Nephrotic syndrome, 24hr Protein 5-7 grams, I know..., GFR year average 51, some though as low as 42. I was heading in the wrong direction. Previous drug regimen: Acei 40mg, Aliskiren 300mg, Torsemide 20-30mg depending on extremity edema each day. So what happened next... Dropped the Aliskiren completely (normally not taken together with an Acei in the first place, but it was lowering proteinuria). Started Farxiga two weeks later, BP was staying well controlled w/o the Aliskiren, due to my dropping sodium to no more than 1800mg/day, and protein to no more than 79g as well reducing carbs to around 150g. I use a fantastic app called My plate to help me achieve this. No side effects that could be recognized from taking Farxiga. I was apprehensive bc of them. Haven't done the 24hr yet, but GFR now 64, blew my mind. Give it time to work and control sodium/protein. Don't let possible side effects stop you from trying. Just be aware of them keep close eye and keep Fight'n CKD!"