Dulaglutide

Information About Dulaglutide

Uses of Dulaglutide

Dulaglutide is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus with addition of changes to diet and exercise.

How Dulaglutide Works

Dulaglutide is a long-acting glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.

Side Effects of Dulaglutide

Hypoglycaemia, nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain, Decreased appetite, dyspepsia, constipation, flatulence, abdominal distention, GERD, eructation, fatigue

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Dulaglutide Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

Alcohol may affect blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Generally, it is not advisable to have alcohol with Dulaglutide.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Limited data exist for the use of Dulaglutide in pregnant women. Therefore, Dulaglutide should not be used during pregnancy.

Lactation Not Advisable

Dulaglutide should not be used during breastfeeding

Driving Generally Safe

It is generally safe to drive while on Dulaglutide. However, patients who have reduced or absent awareness of warning signs of hypoglycemia or frequent episodes of hypoglycemia must take precautions while driving. It is best to avoid since hypoglycemia may impair the ability to concentrate and react while driving.

Kidney Use With Care

Patients with mild, moderate or severe renal impairment might not need dose adjustment. However, use of Dulaglutide in patients with end-stage renal disease is not recommended. Discuss with your doctor regarding this managements.

Liver Use With Care

No dose adjustment is required in patients with liver impairment. Caution should still be exercised when using Dulaglutide with liver impairment.