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Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe

Manufacturer :  Eli Lilly and Company India Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Dulaglutide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe

Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe is a medicament used to treat and control high blood sugar in patients with Type-2 diabetes. The main function of this is to increase the amount of insulin produced by the body. It helps in decreasing and controlling the amount of sugar the liver produces in patients with high blood sugar and type 2 diabetes conditions. This medicine binds to peptide 1 receptors thereby increasing insulin secretion by the beta cells of pancreas. It is administered along with proper diet and exercises for a successful control of diabetes mellitus in patients.

The dosage is injected by the patients themselves in most of the cases, before injecting the site needs to be cleaned and the site needs to be changed every time to prevent any kind of infection in the site.

Possible side effects of Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe may include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach upset, abdominal pain, etc. Any serious physical complications like unusual heart rhythm, kidney problems, excessive sweating must be informed to the doctor as soon as possible.

Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe does not cause a sudden fall in blood sugar, but if it is overdosed or consumed with other similar medication that may happen, in that case high sugar content food should be at once supplied to the patient.

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    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe

    • Type 2 Diabetes

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Taking dulaglutide with alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Trulicity 1.5mg/0.5ml pre-filled pen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Trulicity 1.5mg/0.5ml pre-filled pen is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      No dose adjustment is needed for patients with the mild to moderate renal disease. Not advisable in patients with the severe renal disease.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Dulaglutide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a preferred form of treatment for type 2 diabetes. It acts as an agonist for GLP-1, which is essential for maintaining a healthy level of glucose in the blood.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Endocrinologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Trulicity 0.75Mg/0.5Ml Prefilled Syringe ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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