Lixisenatide Benefits & Uses

Lixisenatide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Lixisenatide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: First 2 weeks taken 10 mcg, once daily after that given 20 mcg, once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: First 2 weeks taken 10 mcg, once daily after that given 20 mcg, once daily

Lixisenatide Related Warnings

Is the use of Lixisenatide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lixisenatide. If you are pregnant, do not take Lixisenatide without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lixisenatide safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Lixisenatide. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lixisenatide on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lixisenatide on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lixisenatide on the Liver?

Using Lixisenatide does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lixisenatide on the Heart?

Lixisenatide is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lixisenatide with Other Drugs

Lixisenatide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Hydrocortisone

Aripiprazole

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Phenylephrine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Lixisenatide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lixisenatide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Pancreatitis
Kidney Disease
Angioedema
Gastroparesis

Frequently asked Questions about Lixisenatide

Is this Lixisenatide habit forming or addictive?

Lixisenatide is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lixisenatide as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lixisenatide should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lixisenatide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lixisenatide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lixisenatide

Some foods when eaten with Lixisenatide can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Lixisenatide

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lixisenatide as it can have severe side effects.

Severe