Liraglutide Benefits & Uses

Liraglutide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 2

Liraglutide 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Liraglutide Related Warnings

Is the use of Liraglutide safe for pregnant women?

Liraglutide may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Liraglutide, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Liraglutide safe during breastfeeding?

Liraglutide can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Liraglutide on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Liraglutide. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Liraglutide on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Liraglutide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Liraglutide on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Liraglutide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Liraglutide with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Liraglutide Contraindications

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

Thyroid Cancer
Allergy
Pancreatitis
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Depression
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Liraglutide

Is this Liraglutide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Liraglutide.

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

Liraglutide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Liraglutide only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Liraglutide for mental disorders.

No

Liraglutide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Liraglutide

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Liraglutide together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Liraglutide

Taking alcohol with Liraglutide can be dangerous.

Severe