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Trulicity TM
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Active ingredients: dulaglutide
Brand name
(ARTG)
: TRULICITY dulaglutide (rch) 1.5 mg/0.5 mL solution for injection prefilled penDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: glycaemic control - TRULICITY is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus: As monotherapy. In combination with other glucose-lowering medicinal products including insulin, when these, together with diet and exercise, do not provide adequate glycaemic control (see section 5.1 for data with respect to different combinations).,Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: reduction in risk of major adverse cardiovascular events - TRULICITY is indicated as an adjunct to standard of care therapy to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus who have: established cardiovascular disease or multiple cardiovascular risk factors
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear, colourless solution, essentially free of visible particles
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 2 pack
- 4 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dulaglutide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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