Understanding the Role of Exenatide in Type 2 Diabetes Management

Exenatide is a medication that helps control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin release and decreasing glucose production.

Exenatide. FAQ

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How does exenatide work?

Exenatide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 receptor agonist) also known as incretin mimetics. It works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas and decreases excessive glucagon release. Exenatide was approved for medical use in the United States in 2005.

What is the difference between exenatide and Byetta?

Exenatide is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medication helps your pancreas produce insulin more efficiently. Byetta is a short-acting form of exenatide. Byetta is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

How does exenatide work for type 2 diabetes?

Exenatide is one of the medicines that are prescribed for people with type 2 diabetes. Exenatide works in three ways. It increases the amount of insulin produced by your body which then reduces the level of sugar in your blood. It also reduces the amount of a substance called glucagon being produced by your pancreas.

Is exenatide a real drug?

Exenatide is a synthetic (man-made) hormone that resembles and acts like GLP-1. In studies, exenatide-treated patients achieved lower blood glucose levels and experienced weight loss. Exenatide was approved by the FDA in May 2005. What brand names are available for exenatide? Is exenatide available as a generic drug?

What does exenatide do?

Exenatide is a human glucacon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist Label. By activating this receptor, insulin secretion is increased and glucagon secretion is decreased in a glucose dependant manner Label. Exenatide also slows gastric emptying and decreases food intake Label.

Which brand of Exenatide is not covered in this medication guide?

Bydureon is another brand of exenatide that is not covered in this medication guide. Exenatide is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medication helps your pancreas produce insulin more efficiently. Byetta is a short-acting form of exenatide.