Trulicity

Trulicity

dulaglutide

Manufacturer:

Eli Lilly

Distributor:

Zuellig
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Dulaglutide
Indications/Uses
Adults w/ insufficiently controlled type 2 DM as an adjunct to diet & exercise: As monotherapy when metformin is considered inappropriate due to intolerance or contraindications; or in addition to other medicinal products for the treatment of diabetes.
Dosage/Direction for Use
SC Monotherapy 0.75 mg once wkly. Add-on therapy 1.5 mg once wkly. Potentially vulnerable population Starting dose: 0.75 mg once wkly.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Not to be administered IV or IM. Not to be used in patients w/ type 1 DM or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. Not a substitute for insulin. Potential risk of dehydration, particularly in relation to GI side effects; avoid fluid depletion. Not recommended in patients w/ severe GI disease, including severe gastroparesis; ESRD (<15 mL/min/1.73 m2). Discontinue if acute pancreatitis is suspected. Increased risk of hypoglycemia in combination w/ sulphonylurea or insulin. Avoid driving & using machines in the presence of hypoglycemia. Not recommended during pregnancy. Not to be used during lactation. Childn <18 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Hypoglycaemia; nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain. Decreased appetite, dyspepsia, constipation, flatulence, abdominal distention, GERD, eructation; fatigue; sinus tachycardia, 1st degree AV block.
Drug Interactions
May impact absorption rate of oral medicinal products. May alter drug exposure of oral medicinal products requiring rapid GI exposure or PR formulations. Increased exposure w/ sitagliptin may enhance effects on blood glucose levels.
MIMS Class
Antidiabetic Agents
ATC Classification
A10BJ05 - dulaglutide ; Belongs to the class of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analogues. Used in the treatment of diabetes.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Trulicity soln for inj 0.75 mg
Packing/Price
0.5 mL x 4 × 1's
Form
Trulicity soln for inj 1.5 mg
Packing/Price
0.5 mL x 4 × 1's
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