Trulicity dulaglutide

Name: Trulicity dulaglutide

Is Trulicity dulaglutide available as a generic drug?

GENERIC AVAILABLE: No

Do I need a prescription for Trulicity dulaglutide ?

Yes

What are the uses for Trulicity dulaglutide ?

  • Trulicity is used with diet and exercise to improve control of blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
  • Trulicity should not be used for treating diabetic ketoacidosis or type 1 diabetes.

What are the side effects of Trulicity dulaglutide ?

Common side effects of Trulicity include:

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Decreased appetite
  • Increased amylase
  • Increased lipase

Other possible side effects of Trulicity include:

  • Indigestion
  • Fatigue
  • Injection site reactions (pain, redness, itching)
  • Hypoglycemia (in combination with other diabetes drugs)

Possible serious side effects of Trulicity include:

  • Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
  • Pancreatitis
  • Kidney failure
  • Thyroid C-cell tumors

What is the dosage for Trulicity dulaglutide ?

  • The recommended starting dose of dulaglutide is 0.75 mg injected under the skins (subcutaneously) once weekly.
  • The dose may be increased to the maximum recommended dose of 1.5 mg once weekly for additional blood glucose control.
  • Pediatric use: Use of dulaglutide is not recommended in patients less than 18 years of age.
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