What is Exenatide Extended Release?
This medication guide contains information on the Bydureon product of Exenatide. Byetta, another brand of exenatide, is not covered by this medication guide.Exenatide is a diabetic injectable medicine that helps regulate blood sugar levels. This medication increases the efficiency of the pancreas in producing insulin. Bydureon, a long-acting version of exenatide, is available.Bydureon can be used in conjunction with diet and exercise for people who have type 2 diabetes mellitus. Bydureon can be used by adults and children over 10 years of age.Bydureon does not treat type I diabetes.This medication guide does not list all possible uses of Bydureon.
Side effects of Exenatide Extended Release
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, or throat.Exenatide can cause serious bleeding or even death in some people. This is due to low platelets, which are blood cells that help clot your blood. If you experience unusual bleeding or bruises, stop using Bydureon immediately and contact your doctor.
This medicine can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Severe nausea and vomiting.
- Pain, warmth, swelling, open wounds or scabs, or other changes in the skin where the injection was administered
- Easy bruising, unusual bleeding, or purple or red patches under the skin
- Signs of a Thyroid Tumor: swelling or a lump on your neck, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness of voice, feeling of shortness of breath
- Fever; rapid heart rate; yellowing of the skin or eyes
- Low sugar—headache; sweating; irritability; and a fast heartbeat.
- Kidney problems: swelling, decreased urination, fatigue, or shortness of breath
Exenatide side effects may include:
- Indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation;
- Headache
- Do not ignore itching or small bumps at the injection site as these could indicate allergic reaction.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice about side effects, call your physician directly. Alternatively, the FDA can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report them.
Similar/related drugs
Ozempic, Mounjaro, Metformin, Trulicity, Lantus, Victoza, and Tresiba
Warnings
If you experience any of the following symptoms: swelling, a lump on your neck, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or shortness of breath, call your doctor immediately.
Before you take this drug
You should not take Bydureon if:
- Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumors of your glands);
- A personal or familial history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (a type of thyroid cancer);
- Exenatide may cause low platelet levels (blood cells that help your blood clot).
Inform your doctor of any of the following issues:
- A transplant of the kidney is an option for those with kidney disease.
- A stomach disorder that slows digestion.
- Pancreatitis
In animal studies, bydureon caused thyroid tumors.Humans do not normally experience such conditions.You can ask your doctor for more information.It is important to control diabetes during pregnancy.Ask your doctor if you can safely breastfeed while taking this medication.Anyone younger than 10 is not allowed to use this product.
How to take Exenatide Extended Release?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.Bydureon injections are given under the skin.If you do not understand how to inject, ask your pharmacist or doctor. Bydureon should not be used by a child under the age of 12 without adult supervision.Prepare your injection only when it's time to administer it. After mixing, you must immediately inject the mixture.Bydureon can be injected every seven days. The injection can be given with or without food at any time during the day. You should follow your doctor's directions. Choose a new weekly dosing date that is at least three days after your previous dose.You will be shown by your healthcare provider where to inject Bydureon. Do not repeat the injection in the same area.Never reuse a syringe or needle. Put them in a "sharps container" that is puncture-proof, and dispose of the sharps according to local or state laws. Keep away from children and pets.Stress, illness, surgery, alcohol, skipping meals, and exercise can all affect blood sugar levels.You may feel shaky, irritable, or dizzy if you have low blood sugar. Eat or drink hard candy or crackers. Fruit juice or non-diet soft drinks can also be consumed as a treat. In the case of severe hypoglycemia, your doctor may prescribe glucagon.Inform your doctor if symptoms such as increased thirst and urination are frequent. with a healthcare provider first.
No matter how the needle has been modified, never share an injection pen with anyone. These devices can spread infections.Bydureon may lower your platelet count for up to ten weeks after stopping use. This medicine may require frequent medical testing while you are using it and for some time after.Diet, exercise, weight management, and other medical treatments may be part of your treatment.Keep Bydureon inside its original container. Use it until the expiration date. Keep away from the light.Bydureon should not be frozen. If it has been, throw the medicine away.Store Bydureon in a cool, dry place at room temperature for up to four weeks.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you have less than three days until your next dose, skip the missed one. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 immediately if you suspect poisoning and seek immediate medical help.A severe overdose of sugar can cause nausea, vomiting, or symptoms of low blood glucose (headache, hunger, and irritability), as well as signs such as dizziness, headache, and feeling shaky.
What should be avoided?
You shouldn't mix bydureon and insulin on the same needle. Bydureon and Byetta should not be used together.
Interaction with other drug
Tell your doctor if you use insulin.
Bydureon may make it more difficult for you to absorb other medications that you take orally. Tell your doctor all of your medicines, including:
- Oral diabetes medicine;
- Blood pressure medicine;
- Warfarin (coumadin, jantoven);
- Diuretic or water pill
- Pain medicine.
This list is incomplete. Bydureon may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines and vitamin and herb products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
