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Liraglutide [rDNA] Injection

Latest prescription information about Liraglutide [rDNA] Injection. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Liraglutide [rDNA] Injection
Pronunciation : LIR-a-GLOO-tide
Trade Name(s): 
International- Victoza.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is a glucagon-like peptide (GLP)-1 receptor agonist, prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Contraindicated in patients with medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2).


When it is to be taken : 
SC- The recommended initial dose is 0.6 mg per day for one week.
How it should be taken : 
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of type 2 diabetes, alcohol abuse, history of kidney or liver problems, thyroid cancer, pancreas inflammation, gallstones, trouble in digesting food, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.
* It may lead to dehydration if diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting occurs; consult with your doctor before taking this medication.
* Monitor calcitonin levels, thyroid ultrasound, fasting blood glucose, or hemoglobin A1c regularly while taking this medication.
Side Effects : 
Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, upper respiratory tract infection, headache, influenza, urinary tract infection, dizziness, sinusitis, back pain, and high blood pressure.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at controlled room temperature (15° to 30°C).

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