| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diabetes type 2 | 33 | 22 | |
| Chronic kidney disease | 16 | 4 | |
| Increased A1C | 8 | 4 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 3 | 0 | |
| Elevated creatine kinase (CK) level | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Frequent urination | 2 | |
| Decreased kidney function | 1 | |
| Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) | 1 | |
| Sore throat | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 3 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 16 |