SKU: PC-62369 Product Description: Lyxumia 20 mg Injection is manufactured by Sanofi India Ltd Packing: Vial Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy
Uses
Lixisenatide is generally used in treatment of the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Side Effects
Diarrhoea
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level) in combination with insulin or sulphonylurea
Nausea
Vomiting
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Lixisenatide is an anti-diabetic drug. It works by increasing the release of insulin from pancreas, decreases hormones that raise blood sugar levels, slows down digestion, and reduces appetite.
Expert advice for Lyxumia 20 mg Injection
Lixisenatide may cause nausea. To avoid it, eat smaller meals, limit fatty food intake and stop eating when you feel full.Notify your doctor immediately if you have severe and/or persistent upper abdominal pain.If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is within the 72 hours, then skip the missed dose.Store the pen in the refrigerator. When refrigeration is not possible, you can also keep your pen at room temperature (less than 30°C) for upto 2 weeks.Lixisenatide helps to control blood glucose levels and prevents long-term complications of diabetes.You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) along with Lixisenatide.