About Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml
Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml belongs to the class of anti-diabetic drugs primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar levels. It occurs when the insulin (a hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreas) is resistant in breaking the glucose to produce energy (insulin resistance) or the pancreas produces little or no insulin at all.
Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml contains Dulaglutide that belongs to the class of ‘incretin mimetics’. Dulaglutide works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas during high blood sugar levels (after meals) and decreasing the amount of sugar the liver makes. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml also prevents the risk of heart diseases in type 2 diabetes patients.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml based on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, stomach pain, constipation, and feeling tired. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
Before starting Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of heart, kidney or liver diseases. It is advised to limit your alcohol intake while using Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml to avoid low blood sugar levels. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml may make you feel tired, hence drive and operate machinery only when you are feeling better. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Uses of Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml
Type 2 Diabetes mellitus.
Medicinal Benefits
Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is an incretin mimetic that mimics the action of a natural hormone called Incretin (a metabolic hormone that stimulates a decrease in blood glucose levels). It works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas during high blood sugar levels (after meals) and decreases the amount of sugar the liver makes. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml also reduces the risk of serious heart diseases, such as heart attack or stroke in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml may be advised with or without other medications along with diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels.
Directions for Use
Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml should be administered subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh or upper arm. Your doctor or nurse will guide you on how to use the injection. Your doctor will prescribe the dosage based on your disease condition and tolerance. Your doctor may start the course with a low dose and gradually maintain an effective dose to achieve the required blood glucose control.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Decreased appetite
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Feeling tired
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), stomach disorders like acid reflux, gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying), hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar levels), diabetic retinopathy, and type 1 diabetes before starting Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is contraindicated in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2, diabetic ketoacidosis (diabetes complication where the body produces excess blood acids (ketones)), and personal or family history of thyroid cancer. Do not share an injection pen, cartridge, or syringe with another person, even if the needle is changed. It is advised to limit your alcohol intake while using Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml to avoid low blood sugar levels. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting this medication. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml may make you feel tired; hence drive and operate machinery only when you are feeling better. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml may interact with other anti-diabetic medicines (insulin glargine), hormones (levothyroxine), high blood pressure medicines (propranolol, metoprolol), and glaucoma eye drops (timolol).
Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it affects blood sugar levels. Avoid fatty foods and include healthy carbohydrates in your diet.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Tell your doctor before taking Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis, gastroparesis, reflux, and hypoglycaemia. Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is contraindicated in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2, diabetic ketoacidosis, and personal or family history of thyroid cancer.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
- INSULIN GLARGINE
- LEVOTHYROXINE
- PROPRANOLOL
- METOPROLOL
- TIMOLOL
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
CAUTION – It is advised to limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects and increase the risk of developing low blood sugar levels.
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PREGNANCY
CAUTION – Please consult your doctor before starting Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefit outweighs the risk.
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BREAST FEEDING
CAUTION – There is no sufficient data on how Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml affects breastfeeding. It is safe to seek medical advice before starting Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml if you are lactating.
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DRIVING
CAUTION – Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any signs of low blood sugar.
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LIVER
CAUTION – Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment when prescribed Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml.
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KIDNEY
CAUTION – Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases when you are prescribed Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml.
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CHILDREN
UNSAFE – Trulicity 1.5 mg Pre-Filled Pen 2 x 0.5 ml is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains to maintain your blood glucose levels.
- Eat at regular intervals.
- Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly to keep your heart healthy.
- Follow your doctor’s guide on noticing and managing the early symptoms of high/low blood sugar levels.
- Gastrointestinal side effects can be managed with simple modifications in your lifestyle. These include cutting down on sugars and fatty foods, avoiding carbonated drinks and foods that cause gas.
Special Advise
It is advised to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
