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Overview
DULAGLUTIDE is a Schedule H drug.Dulaglutide is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. Dulaglutide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Dulaglutide is usually given after other diabetes medicines have been tried without success.
Usage
DULAGLUTIDE is generally used to treat: Diabetes Type 2Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
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: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)Precautions
You may experience blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcohol while taking this medication because it can increase your risk of developing low blood sugar.Symptoms of Overdosage
DULAGLUTIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
DULAGLUTIDE : Dyspepsia, Loose Motion, Frequent Bowel Movements, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Fatigue (tiredness), Decreased AppetiteDisease Interactions
DULAGLUTIDE can interfere with: Gastroparesis, Pancreatitis, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
DULAGLUTIDE is categorized as: INCRETIN MIMETICS / ANTIDIABETIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with DULAGLUTIDE as Ingredient
TRULICITY 0.75MG/0.5ML PREFILLED SYPINGE | DULAGLUTIDE 1.5 MG/ML |
TRULICITY 1.5MG/0.5ML PREFILLED SYPINGE | DULAGLUTIDE 3 MG/ML |
TRULICITY INJ | DULAGLUTIDE 1.5 MG/ML |