Canagliflozin
Invokana (canagliflozin) is a brand-name prescription medication classified as an SGLT2 inhibitor used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. It works by helping the kidneys remove sugar from the body through urine, while also potentially providing cardiovascular and kidney protection benefits.
Invokana is a diabetes medication that helps lower blood sugar by causing the kidneys to excrete excess glucose through urine.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1373464
- Generic
- Invokana
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Invokana is FDA-approved for treating type 2 diabetes in adults, often used alongside diet and exercise to improve glycemic control. It may also reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in adults with established cardiovascular disease.
Invokana belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor class of medications. It blocks the sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 protein in the kidneys, preventing reabsorption of glucose back into the bloodstream and allowing excess sugar to be excreted through urine.
Invokana may increase risk of genital yeast infections, urinary tract infections, and rare but serious complications like diabetic ketoacidosis. Patients should be aware of potential interactions with other medications and should discuss their full medical history with their healthcare provider before starting treatment.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy