About exenatide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Used for
- Type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise, to improve blood sugar control.
Usual adult dose
Adults: inject once weekly on the same day, at any time.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Injection-site lumps or itching
- Low blood sugar, especially with insulin or sulfonylureas
Important warnings
- Not for type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Not recommended in severe kidney impairment or end-stage kidney disease.
- Seek urgent care for severe, persistent abdominal pain.
- May increase risk of low blood sugar with insulin or sulfonylureas.
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy; blood sugar treatment may need to change.
Breastfeeding
Unknown whether exenatide passes into human milk; use requires clinical assessment.
Interactions
- Insulin or sulfonylureas may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Slows stomach emptying and may affect absorption of oral medicines.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.