Xultophy 3.6/100mg (100 IU/ml) (5*3ml Disposable Pen)

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus Xultophy Injection is a medicine that works to lower your blood glucose levels. It is given as an injection and your doctor or nurse will train you on the correct way to inject it. Lowering blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Nausea, Diarrhea, Increased lipase in the blood, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Vomiting, Decreased appetite, Upper respiratory tract infection, Injection site bruising']

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Xultophy Injection is a combination of two antidiabetic medicines: Liraglutide and Insulin Degludec. Liraglutide helps your body make more insulin during meals and lowers the amount of sugar produced in your body. Insulin Degludec works like your body's natural insulin. It facilitates reuptake of glucose in muscle and fat cells and also blocks release of glucose from the liver. Together, the two medicines provide consistent, all-day sugar control.

Alcohol

Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Xultophy Injection as it is deemed unsafe.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Xultophy Injection 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. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Xultophy Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.

Driving

Caution Advised: 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 Advised: Xultophy Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xultophy Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Caution Advised: Xultophy Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xultophy Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8�C). Do not freeze.

Xultophy Injection is used along with diet and exercise to lower blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. Take it at the same time each day with or without food. It is injected under the skin of your thigh, upper arm or stomach. Do not inject into a muscle or vein. Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site. Check the pen label each time to make sure you are using the correct medicine. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly while you are taking this medicine.� Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur. Always carry some sugary food with you in case you experience symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremor, and anxious feeling. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery, until you know how Xultophy Injection affects you. Do not drink alcohol or take other medicines that contain alcohol while taking this medicine. Do not share your pen with other people, even if the needle has been changed to avoid giving or getting�serious infections.

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