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Exenatide - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Exenatide Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Exenatide-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Exenatide brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Exenatide
Pronunciation : ex en' a tide
ICD Code : Y42.3 Therapeutic Classification : Antidiabetics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Exenatide

International :


Byetta

Why is Exenatide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a incretin mimetic, prescribed for type 2 diabetes with diet and exercise, either alone or with other medications. For patients with chronic kidney disease who are at elevated risk for CV events, a glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist may lower risk for albuminuria progression and/or CV events, according to new (2019)recommendations of The American Diabetes Association It works by stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin in hyperglycemic condition.

When should Exenatide not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Exenatide?

Adult- The initial dose is 5 mcg injected under the skin (subcutaneously) twice daily, 60 minutes before breakfast or dinner.

How should Exenatide be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Exenatide?

•Caution should be exercised in patients with history of gallstone disorder, smoking, drinking alcohol, who is taking other medications, any allergy, stomach, heart, liver, or kidney problems, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Patient may develop with low blood sugar, weight loss and decreased appetite; monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.

• It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Exenatide?

Most Common- Nausea.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness or lightheadedness, nervousness, mood changes, weakness, shakiness, confusion, epilepsy and loss of consciousness.
Gastrointestinal- Extreme thirst, extreme hunger, stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea and difficulty in swallowing.
Skin- Rash, hives and itching.
Allergic reactions- Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs and difficulty in breathing.

What are the other precautions for Exenatide?

If patient is taking oral contraceptives or antibiotics take them one hour before this medication.

What are the storage conditions for Exenatide?

Store it in refrigerator (2 to 8°C), protect from light. Do not freeze it.

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