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tofogliflozin — Definition
Tofogliflozin / tofogliflozin
Tofogliflozin is an oral antidiabetic drug belonging to sodium-gluosis co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors class. In kidney proximal tubular, blocking the back absorption of glucose increases glucose excretion with urine and thus lowers blood sugar levels. Type 2 is used in the treatment of diabetes, in addition to diet and exercise. It has also been shown to provide cardiovascular and renal benefits.
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❓ What is Tofogliflozin?
Tofogliflozin; tofogliflozin is an oral antidiabetic drug belonging to sodium-gluosis co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors class. In kidney proximal tubular, blocking the back absorption of glucose increases glucose excretion with urine and thus lowers blood sugar levels. Type 2 is used in the treatment of diabetes, in addition to diet and exercise. It has also been shown to provide cardiovascular and renal benefits.
❓ What is tofogliflozin in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "tofogliflozin" is Tofogliflozin.
❓ Which medical field is Tofogliflozin related to?
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