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Prescribe FARXIGA to help adults with HF

LIVE LONGER, WITH BETTER OUTCOMES

by reducing the risk of CV death and hHF1-3*

*Also includes urgent visits for HF.1-3

CV=cardiovascular; HF=heart failure; hHF=hospitalization for heart failure.

  • Efficacy
  • Safety
  • Study Design
  • Guideline

Significant reduction in the primary composite endpoint (CV death or hHF*) in both studies1-3

DAPA-HF PRIMARY COMPOSITE ENDPOINT

DAPA-HF1,2 | EF ≤40%

DAPA-HF Primary Composite End Point
DAPA-HF Primary Composite End Point
DELIVER PRIMARY COMPOSITE ENDPOINT

DELIVER1,3§ | EF >40%

DELIVER Primary Composite End Point
DELIVER Primary Composite End PointDELIVER Primary Composite End Point

*Also includes urgent visits for HF.1-3

† In DAPA-HF, reduction seen as early as Day 28 and sustained thereafter.4

‡Data represented as event rates over a median follow-up of 18.2 months.1,2

§DELIVER included patients with HFmrEF (EF 41%-49%) and HFpEF (EF ≥50%).3

||In DELIVER, reduction seen as early as Day 13 and sustained starting at Day 15.5

Data represented as event rates over a median follow-up of 28 months.1,3

Proven to reduce the risk of CV death in adults with HF1-3#

#Based on the results of DAPA-HF and DELIVER.1-3

** Component of the primary composite endpoint.1-3

††In DAPA-HF, effect of FARXIGA on hHF or urgent HF visit (components of the primary composite endpoint): 30% RRR (HR 0.70; 95% CI: 0.59–0.83) and 3.7% ARR over the median follow-up of 18.2 months.1,2

‡‡Data represented as event rates over a median follow-up of 18.2 months.1,2

§§In DELIVER, effect of FARXIGA on hHF or urgent HF visit (components of the primary composite endpoint): 21% RRR (HR 0.79; 95% CI: 0.69–0.91) and 2.7% ARR over the median follow-up of 28 months.1,3

‖‖Data represented as event rates over a median follow-up of 28 months.1,3

ARR=absolute risk reduction; CI=confidence interval; CV=cardiovascular; DAPA-HF=Dapagliflozin And Prevention of Adverse outcomes in Heart Failure; DELIVER=Dapagliflozin Evaluation to Improve the LIVEs of Patients With Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure; EF=ejection fraction; HF=heart failure; HFmrEF=heart failure with mildly reduced ejection fraction; HFpEF=heart failure with preserved ejection fraction; HFrEF=heart failure with reduced ejection fraction; hHF=hospitalization for heart failure; HR=hazard ratio; NNT=number needed to treat; RRR=relative risk reduction.

Proven safety profile in a broad range of adults with HF1-3

 
DAPA-HF¶¶
DELIVER¶¶
Select AEs
FARXIGA 10 mg (n=2368)
Placebo (n=2368)
FARXIGA 10 mg (n=3126)
Placebo (n=3127)
Volume depletion
7.5%
6.8%
1.3%##
1.0%##
Renal AE
6.5%
7.2%
2.3%##
2.5%##
Fracture
2.1%
2.1%
NR
NR
Amputation
0.5%
0.5%
0.6%
0.8%
Severe hypoglycemia***
0.2%
0.2%
0.2%
0.2%
Diabetic ketoacidosis†††
0.1%
0.0%
0.1%
0.0%
Select AEs from DAPA-HF¶¶
FARXIGA 10 mg (n=2368)
Placebo (n=2368)
Volume depletion
7.5%
6.8%
Renal AE
6.5%
7.2%
Fracture
2.1%
2.1%
Amputation
0.5%
0.5%
Severe hypoglycemia
0.2%
0.2%
Diabetic ketoacidosis
0.1%
0.0%
Select AEs from DELIVER¶¶
FARXIGA 10 mg (n=3126)
Placebo (n=3127)
Volume depletion
1.3%##
1.0%##
Renal AE
2.3%##
2.5%##
Fracture
NR
NR
Amputation
0.6%
0.8%
Severe hypoglycemia***
0.2%
0.2%
Diabetic ketoacidosis†††
0.1%
0.0%

Warnings and Precautions

  • Ketoacidosis: FARXIGA significantly increases the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus and pancreatic disorders are also risk factors. There have been postmarketing reports of fatal events of ketoacidosis in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus using SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Consider ketone monitoring in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and in others at risk for ketoacidosis. Assess patients who present with signs and symptoms of metabolic acidosis for ketoacidosis, regardless of blood glucose levels. If suspected, discontinue FARXIGA, evaluate and treat promptly. Withhold FARXIGA, if possible, in temporary clinical situations that could predispose patients to ketoacidosis. Resume FARXIGA when the patient is clinically stable and has resumed oral intake
  • Hypoglycemia: FARXIGA can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when coadministered with insulin and insulin secretagogues. Consider lowering the dose of these agents when coadministered with FARXIGA

Pooled safety data across 12 placebo-controlled clinical studies of glycemic control in adults with T2D1

Adverse reactions reported in ≥2% of adults taking FARXIGA 10 mg (n=1193) vs placebo (n=1393) included female genital mycotic infections (6.9% vs 1.5%),‡‡‡ nasopharyngitis (6.3% vs 6.2%), UTIs (4.3% vs 3.7%), back pain (4.2% vs 3.2%), increased urination (3.8% vs 1.7%), male genital mycotic infections (2.7% vs 0.3%),‡‡‡ nausea (2.5% vs 2.4%), dyslipidemia (2.5% vs 1.5%), influenza (2.3% vs 2.3%), and discomfort with urination (2.1% vs 0.7%).

¶¶The safety population included adults who received at least 1 dose of the trial medication.2,3

##Only includes serious AE or AE leading to treatment discontinuation.3

***Severe hypoglycemia defined as hypoglycemia requiring the assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrates, glucagon, or take other corrective action.2,3

†††Definite or probable.2,3

‡‡‡n for females: FARXIGA 10 mg=598, placebo=677; n for males: FARXIGA 10 mg=595, placebo=716.1

AE=adverse event; DAPA-HF=Dapagliflozin And Prevention of Adverse outcomes in Heart Failure; DELIVER=Dapagliflozin Evaluation to Improve the LIVEs of Patients With Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure; NR=not reported; SGLT2=sodium-glucose cotransporter 2; T2D=type 2 diabetes; UTI=urinary tract infection.

DAPA-HF study design

DAPA-HF was a randomized, placebo-controlled, HF outcomes trial of 4744 adults with HF with EF ≤40%. The study assessed whether treatment with FARXIGA reduced the risk of CV events over a period of 18.2 months. The primary efficacy endpoint was the composite of CV death or worsening HF (hospitalization for HF or an urgent HF visit).1,2

DELIVER study design

DELIVER was a randomized, placebo-controlled, HF outcomes trial of 6263 adults with HF with EF >40%. The study assessed whether treatment with FARXIGA reduced the risk of CV events over a period of 28 months. The primary endpoint was the composite of CV death or worsening HF (hospitalization for HF or an urgent HF visit).1,3

CV=cardiovascular; DAPA-HF=Dapagliflozin And Prevention of Adverse outcomes in Heart Failure; DELIVER=Dapagliflozin Evaluation to Improve the LIVEs of Patients With Preserved Ejection Fraction Heart Failure; EF=ejection fraction; HF=heart failure.

More patients with HF can benefit from an SGLT2i

Heart Failure Treatment Guidelines Chart Highlighting SGLT2is for Patients with HFrEF and HFpEF
Heart Failure Treatment Guidelines Chart Highlighting SGLT2is for Patients with HFrEF and HFpEF

Are MORE patients in your practice with HF appropriate for an SGLT2i?

§§§ARNI is recommended as de novo or to replace ACEi or ARB in patients with NYHA class II-III. In patients with NYHA class II-IV, ACEi, or ARB when intolerant to ACEi due to cough or angioedema, is recommended when ARNI use is not feasible.12

‖‖‖One of the 3 beta blockers proven to reduce mortality.12

¶¶¶If eGFR >30 mL/min/1.73 m2 and potassium <5.0 mEq/L.12

###Diuretics also are recommended as needed in patients with fluid retention.12

****Meta-analysis including 75 studies (N=95,444) comparing the estimated treatment benefit of HFrEF therapies. Of the studies, 16 studies evaluated the combination of SGLT2i, beta blockers, ARNI, and MRA compared to ACEi alone.13

††††SGLT2is should be initiated in all individuals with HFpEF (EF ≥50%) unless contraindicated, with the goal of reducing CV death and hHF.14

‡‡‡‡SGLT2is are Class 2A recommended therapy according to the 2022 AHA/ACC/HFSA Guideline; however, they may receive a stronger class of recommendation in future guidelines, thus the box is shaded red with a green border.12,14

§§§§For individuals with fluid retention, NYHA class II-IV.

‖‖‖‖For women (all EFs), men with EF <55%-60%.14

¶¶¶¶For women (all EFs), men with EF <55%-60%, those with fluid retention.14

####For ARNI-eligible individuals who cannot take due to cost or intolerance.14

ACC=American College of Cardiology; ACEi=angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor; AHA=American Heart Association; ARB=angiotensin receptor blocker; ARNI=angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitor; CV=cardiovascular; EF=ejection fraction; eGFR=estimated glomerular filtration rate; HF=heart failure; HFpEF=heart failure with preserved ejection fraction; HFrEF=heart failure with reduced ejection fraction; HFSA=Heart Failure Society of America; hHF=hospitalization for heart failure; MRA=mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist; NYHA=New York Heart Association; SGLT2i=sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR FARXIGA

Contraindications

  • History of serious hypersensitivity reaction to dapagliflozin or any of the excipients in FARXIGA.

Warnings and Precautions

  • Ketoacidosis: FARXIGA significantly increases the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus and pancreatic disorders are also risk factors. There have been postmarketing reports of fatal events of ketoacidosis in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus using SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Consider ketone monitoring in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and in others at risk for ketoacidosis. Assess patients who present with signs and symptoms of metabolic acidosis for ketoacidosis, regardless of blood glucose levels. If suspected, discontinue FARXIGA, evaluate and treat promptly. Withhold FARXIGA, if possible, in temporary clinical situations that could predispose patients to ketoacidosis. Resume FARXIGA when the patient is clinically stable and has resumed oral intake
  • Volume Depletion: FARXIGA can cause intravascular volume depletion, which may manifest as symptomatic hypotension or acute transient changes in creatinine. Acute kidney injury requiring hospitalization and dialysis has been reported in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus receiving SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Patients with impaired renal function (eGFR less than 60 mL/min/1.73 m2), elderly patients, or patients on loop diuretics may be at increased risk for volume depletion or hypotension. Before initiating FARXIGA in these patients, assess volume status and renal function. After initiating therapy, monitor for signs and symptoms of hypotension and renal function
  • Urosepsis and Pyelonephritis: SGLT2 inhibitors increase the risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and serious UTIs have been reported with FARXIGA. Evaluate for signs and symptoms of UTIs and treat promptly
  • Hypoglycemia: FARXIGA can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when coadministered with insulin and insulin secretagogues. Consider lowering the dose of these agents when coadministered with FARXIGA
  • Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier’s Gangrene): Rare but serious, life-threatening cases have been reported in patients with diabetes mellitus receiving SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Cases have been reported in females and males. Serious outcomes have included hospitalization, surgeries, and death. Assess patients presenting with pain or tenderness, erythema, swelling in the genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise. If suspected, institute prompt treatment and discontinue FARXIGA
  • Genital Mycotic Infections: FARXIGA increases the risk of genital mycotic infections, particularly in patients with prior genital mycotic infections. Monitor and treat appropriately

Most Common Adverse Reactions (≥5%): Female genital mycotic infections, nasopharyngitis, and urinary tract infections.

Use in Specific Populations

  • Pregnancy: Advise females of potential risk to a fetus especially during the second and third trimesters
  • Lactation: FARXIGA is not recommended when breastfeeding

INDICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF USE FOR FARXIGA

FARXIGA is indicated:

  • as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus
  • to reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and either established cardiovascular (CV) disease or multiple CV risk factors
  • to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, hospitalization for heart failure, and urgent heart failure visit in adults with heart failure
  • to reduce the risk of sustained eGFR decline, end-stage kidney disease, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease at risk of progression

FARXIGA is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

FARXIGA is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus with an eGFR less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m2. FARXIGA is likely to be ineffective in this setting based upon its mechanism of action.

FARXIGA is not recommended for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in patients with polycystic kidney disease or patients requiring or with a recent history of immunosuppressive therapy for kidney disease. FARXIGA is not expected to be effective in these populations.

DOSING

To improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with T2D, the recommended starting dose is 5 mg orally once daily. Dose can be increased to 10 mg orally once daily for additional glycemic control.

For other indications in adults, the recommended dose is 10 mg orally once daily.

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for FARXIGA.

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  10. Inpefa® (sotagliflozin) [package insert]. The Woodlands, TX: Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2024.
  11. Brenzavvy® (bexagliflozin) [package insert]. Marlborough, MA: TheracosBio, LLC; 2025.
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  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
  5. Heerspink HJL, Stefánsson BV, Correa-Rotter R, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with chronic kidney disease. N Engl J Med. 2020;383(15):1436-1446.
  6. Wheeler DC, Stefánsson BV, Jongs N, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Effects of dapagliflozin on major adverse kidney and cardiovascular events in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic chronic kidney disease: a prespecified analysis from the DAPA-CKD trial. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021;9(1):22-31.
  7. Wiviott SD, Raz I, Bonaca MP, et al; DECLARE-TIMI 58 Investigators. Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(4):347-357.
  8. McMurray JJV, Solomon SD, Inzucchi SE, et al; DAPA-HF Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction. N Engl J Med. 2019;381(21):1995-2008.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR BYDUREON BCise®
(exenatide extended-release) injectable suspension 2 mg

WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS

  • Exenatide extended-release causes an increased incidence in thyroid C-cell tumors at clinically relevant exposures in rats compared to controls. It is unknown whether BYDUREON BCise causes thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in humans, as the human relevance of exenatide extended-release-induced rodent thyroid C-cell tumors has not been determined
  • BYDUREON BCise is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC or in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Counsel patients regarding the potential risk of MTC with the use of BYDUREON BCise and inform them of symptoms of thyroid tumors (eg, mass in the neck, dysphagia, dyspnea, persistent hoarseness). Routine monitoring of serum calcitonin or using thyroid ultrasound is of uncertain value for detection of MTC in patients treated with BYDUREON BCise

CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Personal or family history of MTC, patients with MEN 2
  • Prior serious hypersensitivity reactions to exenatide or product components
  • History of drug-induced, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia from exenatide products

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Acute Pancreatitis including fatal and non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis has been reported. After initiation, observe patients carefully for symptoms of pancreatitis. If suspected, discontinue promptly and do not restart if confirmed. Consider other antidiabetic therapies in patients with a history of pancreatitis
  • Hypoglycemia Risk of hypoglycemia, including severe hypoglycemia, is increased when exenatide is coadministered with insulin or insulin secretagogues. Consider lowering the dose of these agents when coadministered with BYDUREON BCise
  • Acute Kidney Injury May induce nausea and vomiting with transient hypovolemia and may worsen renal function. Increased serum creatinine, renal impairment, worsened chronic renal failure, and acute renal failure, sometimes requiring hemodialysis and kidney transplantation have been reported. Not recommended in patients with eGFR <45 mL/min/1.73 m2
  • Gastrointestinal Disease Because exenatide is commonly associated with gastrointestinal adverse reactions, not recommended in patients with severe gastrointestinal disease (eg, gastroparesis)
  • Immunogenicity-Associated Decreased Glycemic Control Patients may develop antibodies to exenatide. Patients with higher titer antibodies may have an attenuated HbA1c response. In clinical trials, attenuated glycemic response was associated with BYDUREON BCise-treated patients. If worsening of or failure to achieve adequate glycemic control occurs, consider alternative antidiabetic therapy
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions Reports of serious hypersensitivity reactions (eg, anaphylaxis and angioedema). If this occurs, patients should discontinue BYDUREON BCise and promptly seek medical advice
  • Drug-induced, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia and associated bleeding has been reported with exenatide. Serious bleeding, which may be fatal, has been reported. Discontinue promptly if suspected and avoid re-exposure to exenatide
  • Serious Injection-Site Reactions (eg, abscess, cellulitis, and necrosis), with or without subcutaneous nodules, have been reported
  • Acute Gallbladder Disease has been reported in GLP-1 receptor agonist trials, including exenatide. If cholelithiasis or cholecystitis are suspected, gallbladder studies are indicated

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Most common (≥5%) in clinical trials: injection-site nodule (10.5%), nausea (8.2%). Adverse reactions in patients 10 to 17 years of age treated with BYDUREON (exenatide extended-release) were similar to that in adults

DRUG INTERACTIONS

  • Oral Medications BYDUREON BCise slows gastric emptying and may reduce the rate of absorption of orally administered drugs
  • Warfarin Increased international normalized ratio (INR) sometimes associated with bleeding has been reported with concomitant use of exenatide with warfarin. Monitor INR frequently until stable upon initiation of BYDUREON BCise

PREGNANCY

Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for BYDUREON BCise, including Boxed WARNING.

INDICATION AND LIMITATIONS OF USE

BYDUREON BCise is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus

  • Not recommended as first-line therapy for patients inadequately controlled on diet and exercise
  • Not indicated to treat type 1 diabetes
  • Do not coadminister with other exenatide-containing products
  • Not studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis. Consider other antidiabetic therapies in patients with a history of pancreatitis

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for BYDUREON BCise, including Boxed WARNING.

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  7. Wiviott SD, Raz I, Bonaca MP, et al; DECLARE-TIMI 58 Investigators. Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(4):347-357.
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  10. Supplement to: Wheeler DC, Stefánsson BV, Jongs N, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Effects of dapagliflozin on major adverse kidney and cardiovascular events in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic chronic kidney disease: a prespecified analysis from the DAPA-CKD trial. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021;9(1):22-31.
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References:

Reference:

  1. Formulary data are provided by Fingertip Formulary® and are current as of January 1, 2021.
  2. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2023.
  3. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  5. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
  1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2024.

CV=cardiovascular; EF=ejection fraction; FDA=US Food and Drug Administration; HF=heart failure.

Reference: 1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2023.

  1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2024.
  2. Henry RR, Murray AV, Marmolejo MH, et al. Dapagliflozin, metformin XR, or both: initial pharmacotherapy for type 2 diabetes, a randomised controlled trial. Int J Clin Pract. 2012;66(5):446-456.
  3. Wilding JPH, Woo V, Soler NG, et al. Long-term efficacy of dapagliflozin in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus receiving high doses of insulin: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2012;156(6):405-415.
  4. Nauck MA, Del Prato S, Meier JJ, et al. Dapagliflozin versus glipizide as add-on therapy in patients with type 2 diabetes who have inadequate glycemic control with metformin: a randomized, 52-week, double-blind, active-controlled noninferiority trial. Diabetes Care. 2011;34(9):2015-2022.
  5. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2024.
  6. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2026.
  7. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2024.
  8. Inpefa® (sotagliflozin) [package insert]. The Woodlands, TX: lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2024.
  9. Brenzavvy® (bexagliflozin) [package insert]. Marlborough, MA: TheracosBio, LLC; 2025.
  10. Data on File, REF-62129. AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP.
  11. Wiviott SD, Raz I, Bonaca MP, et al; DECLARE-TIMI 58 Investigators. Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(4):347-357.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR FARXIGA

Contraindications

  • History of serious hypersensitivity reaction to dapagliflozin or any of the excipients in FARXIGA.

Warnings and Precautions

  • Ketoacidosis: FARXIGA significantly increases the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes mellitus and pancreatic disorders are also risk factors. There have been postmarketing reports of fatal events of ketoacidosis in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus using SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Consider ketone monitoring in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and in others at risk for ketoacidosis. Assess patients who present with signs and symptoms of metabolic acidosis for ketoacidosis, regardless of blood glucose levels. If suspected, discontinue FARXIGA, evaluate and treat promptly. Withhold FARXIGA, if possible, in temporary clinical situations that could predispose patients to ketoacidosis. Resume FARXIGA when the patient is clinically stable and has resumed oral intake
  • Volume Depletion: FARXIGA can cause intravascular volume depletion, which may manifest as symptomatic hypotension or acute transient changes in creatinine. Acute kidney injury requiring hospitalization and dialysis has been reported in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus receiving SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Patients with impaired renal function (eGFR less than 60 mL/min/1.73 m2), elderly patients, or patients on loop diuretics may be at increased risk for volume depletion or hypotension. Before initiating FARXIGA in these patients, assess volume status and renal function. After initiating therapy, monitor for signs and symptoms of hypotension and renal function
  • Urosepsis and Pyelonephritis: SGLT2 inhibitors increase the risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) and serious UTIs have been reported with FARXIGA. Evaluate for signs and symptoms of UTIs and treat promptly
  • Hypoglycemia: FARXIGA can increase the risk of hypoglycemia when coadministered with insulin and insulin secretagogues. Consider lowering the dose of these agents when coadministered with FARXIGA
  • Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Perineum (Fournier’s Gangrene): Rare but serious, life-threatening cases have been reported in patients with diabetes mellitus receiving SGLT2 inhibitors, including FARXIGA. Cases have been reported in females and males. Serious outcomes have included hospitalization, surgeries, and death. Assess patients presenting with pain or tenderness, erythema, swelling in the genital or perineal area, along with fever or malaise. If suspected, institute prompt treatment and discontinue FARXIGA
  • Genital Mycotic Infections: FARXIGA increases the risk of genital mycotic infections, particularly in patients with prior genital mycotic infections. Monitor and treat appropriately

Most Common Adverse Reactions (≥5%): Female genital mycotic infections, nasopharyngitis, and urinary tract infections.

Use in Specific Populations

  • Pregnancy: Advise females of potential risk to a fetus especially during the second and third trimesters
  • Lactation: FARXIGA is not recommended when breastfeeding

INDICATIONS AND LIMITATIONS OF USE FOR FARXIGA

FARXIGA is indicated:

  • as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus
  • to reduce the risk of hospitalization for heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus and either established cardiovascular (CV) disease or multiple CV risk factors
  • to reduce the risk of cardiovascular death, hospitalization for heart failure, and urgent heart failure visit in adults with heart failure
  • to reduce the risk of sustained eGFR decline, end-stage kidney disease, cardiovascular death, and hospitalization for heart failure in adults with chronic kidney disease at risk of progression

FARXIGA is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

FARXIGA is not recommended for use to improve glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus with an eGFR less than 45 mL/min/1.73 m2. FARXIGA is likely to be ineffective in this setting based upon its mechanism of action.

FARXIGA is not recommended for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in patients with polycystic kidney disease or patients requiring or with a recent history of immunosuppressive therapy for kidney disease. FARXIGA is not expected to be effective in these populations.

DOSING

To improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with T2D, the recommended starting dose is 5 mg orally once daily. Dose can be increased to 10 mg orally once daily for additional glycemic control.

For other indications in adults, the recommended dose is 10 mg orally once daily.

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for FARXIGA.

You may report side effects related to AstraZeneca products .

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  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
  5. Heerspink HJL, Stefánsson BV, Correa-Rotter R, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with chronic kidney disease. N Engl J Med. 2020;383(15):1436-1446.
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  6. Inpefa® (sotagliflozin) [package insert]. The Woodlands, TX: Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2024.
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  10. Inpefa® (sotagliflozin) [package insert]. The Woodlands, TX: Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2024.
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  2. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR BYDUREON BCise®
(exenatide extended-release) injectable suspension 2 mg

WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS

  • Exenatide extended-release causes an increased incidence in thyroid C-cell tumors at clinically relevant exposures in rats compared to controls. It is unknown whether BYDUREON BCise causes thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) in humans, as the human relevance of exenatide extended-release-induced rodent thyroid C-cell tumors has not been determined
  • BYDUREON BCise is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC or in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Counsel patients regarding the potential risk of MTC with the use of BYDUREON BCise and inform them of symptoms of thyroid tumors (eg, mass in the neck, dysphagia, dyspnea, persistent hoarseness). Routine monitoring of serum calcitonin or using thyroid ultrasound is of uncertain value for detection of MTC in patients treated with BYDUREON BCise

CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Personal or family history of MTC, patients with MEN 2
  • Prior serious hypersensitivity reactions to exenatide or product components
  • History of drug-induced, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia from exenatide products

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Acute Pancreatitis including fatal and non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis has been reported. After initiation, observe patients carefully for symptoms of pancreatitis. If suspected, discontinue promptly and do not restart if confirmed. Consider other antidiabetic therapies in patients with a history of pancreatitis
  • Hypoglycemia Risk of hypoglycemia, including severe hypoglycemia, is increased when exenatide is coadministered with insulin or insulin secretagogues. Consider lowering the dose of these agents when coadministered with BYDUREON BCise
  • Acute Kidney Injury May induce nausea and vomiting with transient hypovolemia and may worsen renal function. Increased serum creatinine, renal impairment, worsened chronic renal failure, and acute renal failure, sometimes requiring hemodialysis and kidney transplantation have been reported. Not recommended in patients with eGFR <45 mL/min/1.73 m2
  • Gastrointestinal Disease Because exenatide is commonly associated with gastrointestinal adverse reactions, not recommended in patients with severe gastrointestinal disease (eg, gastroparesis)
  • Immunogenicity-Associated Decreased Glycemic Control Patients may develop antibodies to exenatide. Patients with higher titer antibodies may have an attenuated HbA1c response. In clinical trials, attenuated glycemic response was associated with BYDUREON BCise-treated patients. If worsening of or failure to achieve adequate glycemic control occurs, consider alternative antidiabetic therapy
  • Hypersensitivity Reactions Reports of serious hypersensitivity reactions (eg, anaphylaxis and angioedema). If this occurs, patients should discontinue BYDUREON BCise and promptly seek medical advice
  • Drug-induced, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia and associated bleeding has been reported with exenatide. Serious bleeding, which may be fatal, has been reported. Discontinue promptly if suspected and avoid re-exposure to exenatide
  • Serious Injection-Site Reactions (eg, abscess, cellulitis, and necrosis), with or without subcutaneous nodules, have been reported
  • Acute Gallbladder Disease has been reported in GLP-1 receptor agonist trials, including exenatide. If cholelithiasis or cholecystitis are suspected, gallbladder studies are indicated

ADVERSE REACTIONS

Most common (≥5%) in clinical trials: injection-site nodule (10.5%), nausea (8.2%). Adverse reactions in patients 10 to 17 years of age treated with BYDUREON (exenatide extended-release) were similar to that in adults

DRUG INTERACTIONS

  • Oral Medications BYDUREON BCise slows gastric emptying and may reduce the rate of absorption of orally administered drugs
  • Warfarin Increased international normalized ratio (INR) sometimes associated with bleeding has been reported with concomitant use of exenatide with warfarin. Monitor INR frequently until stable upon initiation of BYDUREON BCise

PREGNANCY

Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for BYDUREON BCise, including Boxed WARNING.

INDICATION AND LIMITATIONS OF USE

BYDUREON BCise is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus

  • Not recommended as first-line therapy for patients inadequately controlled on diet and exercise
  • Not indicated to treat type 1 diabetes
  • Do not coadminister with other exenatide-containing products
  • Not studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis. Consider other antidiabetic therapies in patients with a history of pancreatitis

Please read US Full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for BYDUREON BCise, including Boxed WARNING.

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  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
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  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
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  9. Fox CS, Matsushita K, Woodward M, et al; Chronic Kidney Disease Prognosis Consortium. Associations of kidney disease measures with mortality and end-stage renal disease in individuals with and without diabetes: a meta-analysis. Lancet. 2012;380(9854):1662-1673.
  1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2023.
  2. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  3. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
  5. Heerspink HJL, Stefánsson BV, Correa-Rotter R, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with chronic kidney disease. N Engl J Med. 2020;383(15):1436-1446.
  6. Wheeler DC, Stefánsson BV, Jongs N, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Effects of dapagliflozin on major adverse kidney and cardiovascular events in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic chronic kidney disease: a prespecified analysis from the DAPA-CKD trial. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021;9(1):22-31.
  7. Wiviott SD, Raz I, Bonaca MP, et al; DECLARE-TIMI 58 Investigators. Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(4):347-357.
  8. McMurray JJV, Solomon SD, Inzucchi SE, et al; DAPA-HF Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction. N Engl J Med. 2019;381(21):1995-2008.
  9. Supplement to: Heerspink HJL, Stefánsson BV, Correa-Rotter R, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Dapagliflozin in patients with chronic kidney disease. N Engl J Med. 2020;383(15):1436-1446.
  10. Supplement to: Wheeler DC, Stefánsson BV, Jongs N, et al; DAPA-CKD Trial Committees and Investigators. Effects of dapagliflozin on major adverse kidney and cardiovascular events in patients with diabetic and non-diabetic chronic kidney disease: a prespecified analysis from the DAPA-CKD trial. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021;9(1):22-31.
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  2. Sattar N, McLaren J, Kristensen SL, Preiss D, McMurray JJ. SGLT2 inhibition and cardiovascular events: why did EMPA-REG outcomes surprise and what were the likely mechanisms? Diabetologia. 2016;59(7):1333-1339.
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References:

Reference:

  1. Formulary data are provided by Fingertip Formulary® and are current as of January 1, 2021.
  2. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2023.
  3. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  4. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2022.
  5. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2022.
  1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2024.

CV=cardiovascular; EF=ejection fraction; FDA=US Food and Drug Administration; HF=heart failure.

Reference: 1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2023.

  1. FARXIGA® (dapagliflozin) [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP; 2024.
  2. Henry RR, Murray AV, Marmolejo MH, et al. Dapagliflozin, metformin XR, or both: initial pharmacotherapy for type 2 diabetes, a randomised controlled trial. Int J Clin Pract. 2012;66(5):446-456.
  3. Wilding JPH, Woo V, Soler NG, et al. Long-term efficacy of dapagliflozin in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus receiving high doses of insulin: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2012;156(6):405-415.
  4. Nauck MA, Del Prato S, Meier JJ, et al. Dapagliflozin versus glipizide as add-on therapy in patients with type 2 diabetes who have inadequate glycemic control with metformin: a randomized, 52-week, double-blind, active-controlled noninferiority trial. Diabetes Care. 2011;34(9):2015-2022.
  5. Invokana® (canagliflozin) [package insert]. Titusville, NJ: Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2024.
  6. Jardiance® (empagliflozin) [package insert]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2026.
  7. Steglatro® (ertugliflozin) [package insert]. Whitehouse Station, NJ: Merck & Co, Inc; 2024.
  8. Inpefa® (sotagliflozin) [package insert]. The Woodlands, TX: lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2024.
  9. Brenzavvy® (bexagliflozin) [package insert]. Marlborough, MA: TheracosBio, LLC; 2025.
  10. Data on File, REF-62129. AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP.
  11. Wiviott SD, Raz I, Bonaca MP, et al; DECLARE-TIMI 58 Investigators. Dapagliflozin and cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetes. N Engl J Med. 2019;380(4):347-357.
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