Byetta 5mcg Pen
Byetta 5mcg Pen is a medicine used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. Proper control of diabetes also helps to lower your chances of a heart attack or a stroke.
Byetta 5mcg Pen
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Byetta 5mcg Pen is a medicine used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. Proper control of diabetes also helps to lower your chances of a heart attack or a stroke.
Byetta 5mcg Pen is a medicine used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. Proper control of diabetes also helps to lower your chances of a heart attack or a stroke.
Byetta 5mcg Pen belongs to the GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) group of diabetes medicines. It works by helping your body produce insulin and by reducing appetite. It also helps to reduce weight in some people. This medicine should be stored in a refrigerator until you need it but do not freeze it.
It is normally injected under the skin twice daily. The dose will depend on your condition and what other diabetes medicines you are taking. It is to be used 60 mins before the morning and evening meal (or two main meals of the day). Your doctor or nurse will show you how and where to inject the medicine. Follow the instructions carefully.
Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet and regular exercise as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It can also lead to low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) especially if you are also taking other medicines like insulin or sulphonylureas for treatment of diabetes. To prevent this, it is important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary candy or glucose candy with you.
Before using it, let your doctor know if you have any pancreas or stomach problems or severe dehydration (loss of body water) or diabetic ketoacidosis (too much acid in your blood). This medicine may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine. If you experience blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar, do not drive, use machinery or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can do them safely.
03Uses
Type 2 diabetes mellitus
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will use this device to give medicine. You or your care giver may be taught on how to use this device at home.
05How It Works
Byetta 5mcg Pen 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Byetta Pen?
A: If you miss a dose of Byetta 5mcg Pen, 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.n
07Side Effects
Diarrhea
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea
Nausea
Vomiting
08Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Byetta 5mcg Pen.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Byetta 5mcg Pen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Byetta 5mcg Pen is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Byetta 5mcg Pen should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Byetta 5mcg Pen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Byetta 5mcg Pen is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Byetta 5mcg Pen may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
Store unused pens in the refrigerator. However, after the first use, you can store it at room temperature for 30 days.
Byetta 5mcg Pen 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.
References
Sources and references
Powers AC, D’Alessio D. Endocrine Pancreas and Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycemia. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1263.
Nolte MS. Pancreatic hormones and antidiabetic drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 744-45.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 528.
