Trulicity Pre-Filled Pen 1.5 mg contains Dulaglutide, a long-acting GLP-1 receptor agonist used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults. It helps regulate blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin release, reducing glucagon secretion, and slowing gastric emptying. Trulicity is administered once weekly via a subcutaneous injection and also offers benefits in cardiovascular risk reduction for diabetic patients with existing heart disease.

• Improves blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes

• Helps reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events

• Once-weekly injection improves treatment compliance

• May support gradual weight loss

• Low risk of hypoglycemia when used alone

• Inject Trulicity 1.5 mg subcutaneously once a week in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm

• Use the same day each week, at any time of the day, with or without meals

• Use a new pre-filled pen for each dose

• Rotate injection sites to prevent irritation

• Your doctor will guide you on proper injection technique and dose initiation

• Standard dose: 1.5 mg once weekly

• Starting dose may be lower (0.75 mg) in certain patients before increasing to 1.5 mg

• Maximum dose may be increased by the physician up to 4.5 mg weekly if needed

• Do not use more than one dose within 72 hours

• Not for use in type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis

• Caution in patients with a history of pancreatitis or gastrointestinal disease

• Not recommended in patients with personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma

• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney problems

• Avoid alcohol and dehydration to minimize gastrointestinal side effects

• Common side effects include:

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Serious but rare side effects:

• Pancreatitis (severe abdominal pain)

• Kidney problems

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

• Thyroid tumors (very rare; monitor for neck swelling or hoarseness)

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• Diarrhea or constipation

• Decreased appetite

• Injection site reactions

• Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) until use

• Do not freeze; discard if frozen

• After removal from refrigerator, may be kept at room temperature (below 30°C) for up to 14 days

• Protect from light and keep in original packaging

• Keep out of reach of children

Q1. What is Trulicity used for?
Trulicity is used to improve blood sugar control and reduce cardiovascular risk in adults with type 2 diabetes.

Q2. How often should I take Trulicity?
It is taken once weekly, on the same day each week.

Q3. Can I take Trulicity with other diabetes medications?
Yes, it is often used with metformin or insulin, but your doctor will monitor for potential hypoglycemia.

Q4. Does Trulicity help with weight loss?
Many patients experience modest weight loss while using Trulicity, especially with diet and exercise.