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  • Information for People on SGLT-2 inhibitors

    Sodium glucose co-transporter inhibitors (SGLT-2 inhibitors) are sometimes known as ‘gliflozins’ e.g. canagliflozin (Invokana®), dapagliflozin (Forxiga®), empagliflozin (Jardiance®), ertugliflozin (Steglatro®).

    They are prescribed for type 2 diabetes, heart failure (weak pump function of the heart) or kidney disease. They can also be prescribed if you have one or more of these conditions:

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  • Page published: 1 December 2025
    Last updated: 1 December 2025