Forxiga
In stock
5mg · 10mg
from A$42.66
In brief
Forxiga contains dapagliflozin. In adults it is used to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes, to reduce hospital admissions for heart failure and to slow the progression of kidney disease.
What is Forxiga used for?
Forxiga is used in adults for three purposes described in the Forxiga consumer medicine information: lowering blood sugar in type 2 diabetes mellitus, reducing hospital admissions for heart failure, and slowing the progression of kidney disease.
This listing shows dapagliflozin 5 mg and 10 mg. It does not name the manufacturer of the tablets supplied, so check the label on the pack you receive and confirm with your prescriber or pharmacist that it matches your prescription.
Forxiga, Farxiga and dapagliflozin
Dapagliflozin is the generic name of the active ingredient. Forxiga is the brand name used in Australia, where the sponsor is AstraZeneca. Farxiga is a name used for the same medicine in other markets.
Forxiga 10 mg and 5 mg
The Australian consumer information describes Forxiga as a 10 mg film-coated tablet. This page also lists a 5 mg strength. Take the strength and dose your doctor has prescribed.
Who should not take Forxiga
Do not take Forxiga if you are allergic to dapagliflozin or to any ingredient in the tablets, including lactose. It should not be used in type 1 diabetes.
Important warnings
Diabetic ketoacidosis
The consumer information warns of a risk of diabetic ketoacidosis, especially during fasting or illness.
Dehydration
The consumer information warns of dehydration.
Infections
Genital infections and urinary tract infections can occur. Rare necrotising fasciitis of the perineum (Fournier’s gangrene) is also listed.
Before surgery
The consumer information advises stopping Forxiga before surgery in consultation with your doctor.
Forxiga side effects
Common side effects include genital irritation, back pain and headache.
Serious side effects listed in the consumer information include allergic reactions, low blood sugar when Forxiga is used with other diabetes medicines, severe dehydration, infections and ketoacidosis.
Forxiga interactions
Forxiga may lower lithium levels.
Storage
The Forxiga consumer information advises keeping the tablets in the blister pack below 30 °C, away from moisture and heat. Follow the storage directions on the pack you receive.
Forxiga price: compare pack sizes
Compare packs of the same strength. These examples are for 10 mg and are calculated from the listed prices at the shop’s Australian-dollar rate on 7 October 2026, before delivery or other checkout charges.
| Strength | Pack size | Pack price | Price per tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 mg | 30 | A$51.56 | A$1.72 |
| 10 mg | 90 | A$98.84 | A$1.10 |
| 10 mg | 180 | A$131.78 | A$0.73 |
At 10 mg, the 90 pack costs about 36.1% less per tablet than the 30 pack, and the 180 pack about 57.4% less.
A lower price per tablet means a larger upfront payment. Choose only the quantity and strength appropriate to your prescription, and check the expiry date. Prices can change, so confirm the current pack price before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
What is the generic name for Forxiga?
Dapagliflozin.
Is Forxiga the same as Farxiga?
Both names refer to dapagliflozin. Forxiga is the name used in Australia.
Can Forxiga be used in type 1 diabetes?
No. The consumer information says it should not be used in type 1 diabetes.
Do I take Forxiga with food?
The Forxiga consumer information states that the 10 mg tablet can be taken with or without food.
Delivery across Australia
Airmail service: delivery in 14–22 days, free on orders over A$286.52. Trackable service: delivery in 7–14 days, with the tracking number sent by email. These are estimated delivery times, not guaranteed arrival dates.
Australian cities and delivery information
The Australian delivery options above apply to the destinations below. A city listing does not indicate a physical pharmacy branch or local stock.
| City | State or territory |
|---|---|
| Sydney | New South Wales |
| Melbourne | Victoria |
| Brisbane | Queensland |
| Perth | Western Australia |
| Adelaide | South Australia |
| Hobart | Tasmania |
| Gold Coast | Queensland |
| Canberra | Australian Capital Territory |
| Cairns | Queensland |
| Central Coast | New South Wales |
| Townsville | Queensland |
| Darwin | Northern Territory |
| Newcastle | New South Wales |
| Geelong | Victoria |
| Gladstone | Queensland |
| Port Macquarie | New South Wales |
| Bathurst | New South Wales |
| Forbes | New South Wales |
| Geraldton | Western Australia |
| Goulburn | New South Wales |
