Farxiga User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Vin
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 26, 2023

For Heart Failure "I have been taking Farxiga for a little over a year. From day one I was having severe breathing, issues and shortness of breath, severe back and muscle pain, and cramps and also felt like my kidney area and low middle back are on fire. I talked to my heart doctor and we are reviewing alternative medications."

• Type...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 5, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started Farxiga 6 weeks ago. 2 weeks at 5 mg, and 4 weeks 10 mg. I read reviews and started cranberry pills at the same time and have had no infections. My blood sugar is below 140 90% of the time, if I cut carbs and starches. When I do slip my numbers go up and then back down within a couple hours. I love this med!!!"

• Forxiga...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 30, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "After only 5 weeks of 5mg of Farxiga, I had very swollen legs, tops of feet, and ankles. The tops of feet and legs are also covered in an itchy, sore rash. I phoned my doctor who told me to continue taking this drug! Then I started having very painful urination and a strange feeling when peeing. I was beginning to feel dizzy and had constant headaches with tingling in my legs, stomach pains, and joint pains all over so I stopped this terrible drug. I stopped Farxiga over 3 weeks ago and am still suffering the side effects and the yeast and urine infection is still ongoing. Scared I will never feel right again."

• Nos
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 9, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Farxiga has worked great for me. I have been taking for 18 months and luckily have not had the side effects from the other posts except for having to urinate more often. What it has done for me is gotten me off my daily shot of Tresiba and cut in half my weekly Trulicity so I can't recommend it enough as it has done more for my plan than anything else. Good Luck."

• RWP
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 1, 2023

For Chronic Kidney Disease "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."

• A-ok
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 12, 2017

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My numbers have become normalized and I have had little to no side effects, other than increased thirst/urination. I lost ten pounds as well. I think has worked wonders for me and I consider myself lucky to not be experiencing any negative side effects."

• Sas
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking this for 3 days. Not long but I have had a screaming headaches and my hand joints hurt. Last night it felt like my heart was flipping inside my chest. Maybe 3 days is not long enough but after reading other reviews I think I will stop. I also cannot get enough fluids and woke up this morning dehydrated to extent that mouth was dry and hurt."

• Sunsh...
• February 1, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been on 5mg of Farxiga for 2 months. I developed a yeast infection within two weeks, very uncomfortable since I had not had one before. Besides that, everything else seems fine, I do feel more like myself with this prescription because the others I have tried I felt like I had to eat more often or my numbers seemed high. I will stay on Farxiga for now but will have to change if I continue to have yeast infections."

• Jay
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 17, 2021

For Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction "My doctor thought I would benefit from this. He is very skilled but he was wrong about Farxiga. The only bad reviews I have for it is feeling lightheaded and dizzy. I was taking 10 mg then I started taking just a half of a tablet and still feel woozy. It just feels really weird like you are floating in the air. Not a good med for me. Entresto and bisoprolol are the best 2 meds for heart failure along with anticoagulant brilinta and aspirin"

• Toney
• September 3, 2018

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I would advise everyone to quit Farxiga AND ivokona. I have been on it for a year and it wasn't bad at first but I've had numerous kidney infections and lately it a been making me so sick( cold sweats, dehydration, weird feeling when peeing) And USA Today just dropped an article this week of these two drugs cause flesh eating bacteria in the genitals. I'm not kidding at all. Just do an internet search Farxiga and flesh eating bacteria. There you will see plenty of brand new info about how DANGEROUS this is. My farxiga script is in the trash and I'm scared to death of the damage I have been doing for the last year"

• SKano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 21, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My average glucose hba1c was 9.5. Doctor prescribed farxiga 10 mg. It reduced sugar to 7.1 hba1c. But the side effects was just dangerous. My urination increase a lot and thus my dehydration. So huge constipation, dry eyes, penile infection. Thus I have stopped this medication and moved to different one."

• Lala
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 9, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Doctor gave me 3 weeks of supply of Farxiga and I got an instant yeast infection within 2 days of taking it. After about 2 weeks I noticed irregular heartbeat at night, chills throughout the day, and pain throughout my body. I do notice a curb in my appetite. If I could handle the side effects I would continue. But I work 15 hours a day I need to feel good. I also take Metformin 750 XR and Metoprolol tartrate for high blood pressure."

• dink
• January 6, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "took this Farxiga for two weeks, hated it, was extremely exhausted and couldn't stop drinking water, I drank 32 oz of water every night so I was in bathroom most of the night. So tired I didn't want to move, I got dizzy and felt awful. Would never take again"

• T2DLo...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 3, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Works well... I already drink 2 gal of water a day so I can't say it made my trips to the bathroom more frequent. No negative side effects. As with any med, I believe it will only work with a strict diet and exercise. Overall, it's part of a plan that has saved my life."

• doug
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 20, 2023

For Chronic Kidney Disease "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."

• Anony...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 29, 2017

For Diabetes, Type 2 "After 1 1/2 weeks of taking Farxiga I went into severe dehydration that included dizziness, being lightheaded, not being able to stand for more than a minute without feeling like I was going to faint, extreme shortness of breath, chest pain, pain in my lower back and sides, excessive thirst, and dry mouth. Luckily my daughter has had medical training and recognized that I had severe dehydration. I had to begin immediate fluid replenishing as well as salt replacement. Farxiga is the only thing that had been changed about my regular schedule, and upon looking at the maker's website, we found that dehydration, kidney problems, increased bad cholesterol levels, and UTI's are just some of the regular side effects that go along with taking this."

• Annie
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 26, 2022

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and prescribed Farxiga. In the last week or so I have had a swollen labia, and feel achey and feverish. I'm a widow, 77 years old and not sexually active. I'm going to discontinue use. Never had such an experience, and I can't think of anything else in my life that might have caused this. I rarely leave my house."

• JacSss
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 1, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Began taking Forxiga 10 mg/day in October 2015. With determination of drinking 8 glasses of water a day, exercising 3 times a week (one hour) and eating more protein and salads at dinner I have lost 40lbs. This medication is great but never fool yourself that medication on its own can make you loose weight."

• Anony...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2019

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Been on Farxiga 10mg for just over 2 months for Type 2 Diabetes. After about a month had joint pain all over, legs, ankles, arms & hands every joint ached and got worse. Hands now have gotten swollen & hard to use fingers. I told my Dr I wanted off, that I wasn't going to take this drug anymore. He didn't test my sugar levels so I don't know if it even lowered them."

• Steve
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 20, 2021

For Heart Failure "In October 2020 an ICD wire had failed as my heart failure advanced. I felt terrible - to say the least. Every meal was miserable for me as the shortness of breath became intolerable. I thought the end was around the corner. Long story short, FARXIGA was and is the last thing they could do for me short of a LV PUMP. FARXIGA was a little rough around the edges for a couple weeks, these days, I'm doing very well. Perhaps, I'll take it easy a couple days a week, other than that, I take care of myself and every chore and travel. Ask your cardiologist to give you chance with it..... Incidentally, I was not a candidate for Entresto (angio edema caused by lisinopril, I was happy with lisinopril for 5yrs)"

• Another...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 14, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Had a constant yeast infection and 3 urinary tract infections in the two months I was on it. I was so thirsty, I would drink a gallon of water at work. I urinated every 20 minutes. My bladder was sore if my belly was touched. I really tried and wanted this to work. I did lose about 12 pounds and had energy. But I was depressed from constant "female Issues". It just got worse and worse. I took myself off this pill and am back on Metformin XR. Waiting to see my doc for the next plan of attack. This did not work for me."

• Jack
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 19, 2023

For Chronic Kidney Disease "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."

• Charl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 31, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been on this med for 3 months and the only side effect is the frequent urination. I'm experiencing weight loss with little to no exercise. My levels are good. I see my Dr. In January. She may reduce the dosage to 5 mgs. I'm a happy camper."

• samoy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I'm over 300lbs I have only been taking this for 1 month and I'm finally losing weight. It's so strange. I've been on metformin for about 6 months but it failed to lower my numbers. With this pill I'm never hungry just thirsty. I have to force myself to eat at times. I didn't notice the weight loss at first but everyone else did. Its coming off fast and I haven't yet incorporated exercise or much of a change in diet. The only bad side affect I've experienced is the frequent urination and dry mouth. I sometimes have bladder pain but only the times I don't drink plenty of water. I'm so excited to be finally losing weight!"

• irons...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 5, 2017

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Started farxiga was already on metformin XR. At first I lost weight, blood sugars stayed the same, now increasing. Sugar levels stay high for some time. I have an increased thirst and frequent urination. Been on it for about a year. Now I have gained weight, suffered dehydration a couple times had to have an IV of fluids. A1c is climbing started out at 8.1 now 8.9. I woke up this morning with upper left quadrant pain. For the past two weeks have had smelly urine, almost acidic. Swelling of eyes and crusty eyelids. Hives on neck. Got tested for lupus was negative. Going to see the doctor as soon as I can get an appointment. Going to stop taking this med, now! I stopped and all side effects stopped. Thought I would give it a try one more time."