LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN

Overview

LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN is a Schedule H drug.

LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN is composed of: LIXISENATIDE (100 MCG/ML)

Lixisenatide is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medication helps your pancreas produce insulin more efficiently. Lixisenatide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Lixisenatide is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Usage

LIXISENATIDE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN and its Constituents

Limit alcohol while using this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Pregnancy may cause or worsen diabetes. Discuss a plan with your doctor for managing your blood sugar while pregnant. Your doctor may change your diabetes treatment during your pregnancy (such as diet and medications including insulin). It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LIXISENATIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LIXISENATIDE : Anxiety, Pale Skin, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chills, Confusion, Constipation, Cough, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Fainting, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Head Headache, Nausea, Nervousness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Serious Side-Effects

LIXISENATIDE : Abdomen Pain, Rapid Breathing, Fruity Odor On Breath

Rare Side-Effects

LIXISENATIDE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LIXISENATIDE can interfere with: Angioedema, Anaphylaxis, Gastroparesis, Pancreatitis, Cholelithiasis, Alcoholism, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

LIXISENATIDE is categorized as: INCRETIN MIMETICS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LYXUMIA 200MCG/2ML PEN

INR 4114 for 3 ML PEN

LIXISENATIDE 100 MCG/ML

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

LIXISENATIDE		LIXISENATIDE
LYXUMIA 100MCG/2ML PEN	INR 4114 for 3 ML PEN	LIXISENATIDE 50 MCG/ML