Exenatide
Information about Exenatide
Exenatide Uses
Exenatide is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How Exenatide works
Exenatide is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from pancreas, decreases hormones that raise blood sugar levels, slows down digestion, and reduces appetite.
Common side effects of Exenatide
Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Weakness, Gallbladder disease, Jittery feeling, Dyspepsia
Expert advice for Exenatide
- If you have been prescribed insulin too, don't inject insulin and Exenatide at the same site.
- Store unused pens in the refrigerator. However, after the first use, you can store it at room temperature for 30 days.
- Exenatide may cause nausea. To avoid it, eat smaller meals, limit fatty food intake and stop eating when you feel full.
- Notify your doctor immediately if you have severe and/or persistent upper abdominal pain.
- Exenatide helps to control blood glucose levels and prevents long-term complications of diabetes.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Exenatide.
- Inject under the skin of your belly, thighs, or the back of your upper arm.
- Exenatide may cause nausea. To avoid it, eat smaller meals, limit fatty food intake and stop eating when you feel full.
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is within the next 72 hours, then skip the missed dose.
- Notify your doctor immediately if you have severe and/or persistent upper abdominal pain.
- Store the pen in the refrigerator. When refrigeration is not possible, you can also keep your pen at room temperature (less than 30°C) for up to 2 weeks.
- Do not use Exenatide if you notice that the pen is damaged, or the medicine does not appear clear and colourless.