Xultophy Injection

Product Description

Xultophy Injection is a combination medicine used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually given when your blood sugar levels have not been well controlled by using other medications. This medicine works best when used together with diet and exercise.

Xultophy Injection should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the most benefit. If you stop taking it your blood sugar levels may rise very high and put you at risk of serious complications. It is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Follow the instructions given by your doctor carefully.

You may experience nasal congestion, sore throat, headache, respiratory tract infection, nausea, increased lipase in the blood, and diarrhea. Additionally, you may notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling or redness. Consult your doctor if these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. 

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor will check your kidney function tests before starting treatment with it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects.

USES OF XULTOPHY INJECTION

Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus