XULTOPHY INSULIN 5PE 3ML
The scientific name for xaltophil Insulin degludec, liraglutideWhat is XULTOPHY?Insulin degludec and... Read More
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The scientific name for xaltophil
Insulin degludec, liraglutide
What is XULTOPHY?
- Insulin degludec and liraglutide is a long-acting synthetic insulin that increases glucose uptake in tissues, and liraglutide, which belongs to a group of glucagon-like compounds, helps control glucose levels in the body and increases insulin secretion from the pancreas.
What are the uses of XULTOPHY?
- The combination of insulin degludec and liraglutide is used to treat type 2 diabetes in conjunction with diet and exercise to better control blood sugar levels.
- This medicine is usually given after other medicines have failed to control your blood sugar levels.
What are the contraindications to the use of XULTOPHY ?
- Insulin degludec and liraglutide is contraindicated in the following cases:
- A family history of medullary thyroid cancer.
- A family history of multiple endocrine cancer.
- Hypersensitivity to one of the components of the drug.
- During an episode of hypoglycemia, or diabetic ketoacidosis.
What are the side effects of XULTOPHY?
This medicine may cause the following side effects:
- Nose and throat inflammation.
- a headache.
- Diarrhea.
- nausea.
- Increased level of lipase enzyme.
- Infections of the upper respiratory tract.
- Allergic reactions at the injection site.
- Gallstones are formed.
- cholecystitis;
- Low blood sugar level.
What are the precautions for using XULTOPHY?
- The following things should be considered before and during the use of insulin degludec and liraglutide:
- This medicine may increase your risk of developing thyroid cancer.
- This medicine may cause hypersensitivity in some patients, and the symptoms may be serious and life-threatening.
- This medicine may cause acute pancreatitis.
- Low blood sugar is a common side effect, so the patient should pay attention to the symptoms of low blood sugar.
- This medicine may increase your risk of developing hypokalemia.
- Use of this medicine may cause damage to the kidneys.
What are the drug interactions of XULTOPHY?
- Medicines that increase your risk of developing low blood sugar, such as:
- Other diabetes medicines.
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.
- fluoxetine;
- salicylates;
- Medicines that may reduce the effect of insulin degludec and liraglutide:
- Atypical antipsychotics.
- corticosteroids;
- diuretics;
- Oral contraceptives.
- Protease inhibitors.
- Thyroid hormones.
- Medicines that may increase the side effects of insulin degludec and liraglutide:
- beta-blockers;
- clonidine;
- Respirin.
What are the doses of XULTOPHY and methods of use?
- Inject this medication under the skin once daily at the same time each day.
What are the storage conditions for XULTOPHY?
- Store in the refrigerator.