Description

Invokana is a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes by helping to lower blood sugar levels. It works by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2), leading to increased glucose excretion in urine.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that Invokana may be referred to by its generic name, canagliflozin, in some contexts. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms when discussing this medication. Stick to the glossary term in formal medical settings to ensure clarity.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Invokana to help control the patient's blood sugar levels.

ES: El médico recetó Invokana para ayudar a controlar los niveles de azúcar en sangre del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Invokana with other diabetes medications; mispronouncing 'Invokana' as if it were a common Spanish word; using informal language when discussing the medication.