Invokana
Canagliflozin 100mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. An SGLT2 inhibitor, so glucose leaves in the urine.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100mg | 30 tablets | $140.10 | $4.67 |
| 100mg | 60 tablets | $256.80 | $4.28 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | $351.00 | $3.90 |
- Category
- Diabetes Management
- Active ingredient
- Canagliflozin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Invokana on your behalf.
- Condition
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Therapeutic class
- SGLT2 Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- SGLT2 Inhibitor
- Minor side effects
- urinary tract infection; vulvovaginal candidiasis; increased urination; thirst
- Moderate side effects
- hypoglycaemia; postural hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Janssen
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- Diuretics; Insulin
- Age restrictions
- Not indicated for use in children.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to canagliflozin; severe renal impairment; diabetic ketoacidosis
Precautions and warnings
maintain adequate hydration; monitor for genital mycotic infections; regular foot examination recommended
Serious side effects
diabetic ketoacidosis, requires immediate medical attention; necrotising fasciitis of the perineum, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Canagliflozin 100mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. An SGLT2 inhibitor, so glucose leaves in the urine.
Mechanism of action
This medication functions by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 in the kidney, which reduces the reabsorption of glucose into the bloodstream, increasing its elimination through urine.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended during second and third trimesters. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Invokana is a treatment used for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus containing the active ingredient Canagliflozin. It is supplied as a tablet in the 100mg strength. This medication is designed for patients looking for a consistent, oral method to help regulate blood glucose levels as part of their long-term health maintenance plan.
Buying Invokana online
Ordering online provides a reliable way to receive these tablets directly without the common frustrations of local pharmacy shortages.
What you will receive
Invokana is the originator brand name, made by Janssen. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Janssen and do not ship the original Invokana.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Canagliflozin) at the same dose, mostly recognised branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.