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Lirafit Solution for Injection


Product introduction

Lirafit Solution for Injection is a medicine used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. Proper control of diabetes also helps to lower your chances of a heart attack or a stroke.

Lirafit Solution for Injection belongs to the GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) group of diabetes medicines. It works by helping your body produce insulin and by reducing appetite. It also helps to reduce weight in some people. This medicine should be stored in a refrigerator until you need it but do not freeze it.

It is normally injected under the skin once daily. The dose will depend on your condition and what other diabetes medicines you are taking. You can use it at any time of the day with or without food but try to use it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Your doctor or nurse will show you how and where to inject the medicine. Follow the instructions carefully.

Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications. Remember that it is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet and regular exercise as advised by your doctor. Your lifestyle plays a big part in controlling diabetes.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, decreased appetite, indigestion, and constipation. It can also lead to low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) especially if you are also taking other medicines like insulin or sulphonylureas for treatment of diabetes. To prevent this, it is important to have regular meals and always carry a fast-acting source of glucose such as sugary candy or glucose candy with you.

Before using it, let your doctor know if you have any pancreas or stomach problems or severe dehydration (loss of body water), or diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes characterized by too much acid and ketones in your blood). This medicine may not be suitable. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine. If you experience blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar, do not drive, use machinery or do any activity that requires alertness or clear vision until you are sure you can do them safely.

Uses of Lirafit Solution for Injection

Benefits of Lirafit Solution for Injection

In Treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Lirafit Solution for Injection helps lower blood sugar levels in the body, promotes weight loss, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular events. It also preserves beta-cell function in the pancreas, which is important for insulin production. It can improve blood sugar control throughout the day and helps people with type 2 diabetes to manage their condition effectively. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper diet, exercises, and other lifestyle changes are important for overall diabetes management.

Side effects of Lirafit Solution for Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lirafit

  • Constipation
  • Decreased appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Dyspepsia
  • Flatulence
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

How to use Lirafit Solution for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

How Lirafit Solution for Injection works

Lirafit Solution for Injection is an anti-diabetic medication. It works by increasing the release of insulin from pancreas, decreases hormones that raise blood sugar levels, slows down digestion, and reduces appetite.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lirafit Solution for Injection.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Lirafit Solution for Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lirafit Solution for Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Lirafit Solution for Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
However, patients should be advised to take precautions to avoid hypoglycemia while driving and using machines, in particular when it is used in combination with a sulfonylurea or insulin.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lirafit Solution for Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lirafit Solution for Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Lirafit Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lirafit Solution for Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lirafit Solution for Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Lirafit Solution for Injection?

If you miss a dose of Lirafit Solution for Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Lirafit Solution for Injection should be injected under the skin of your abdomen or thigh at the same time everyday. Do not administer intravenously or intramuscularly.
  • 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 up to 2 weeks. Do not freeze it.
  • Lirafit Solution for Injection 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 and vomiting.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Analogue
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Insulin Secretogogues: GLP-1 agonists

Patient concerns

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Diabetes mellitus type 2 ,thirst
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
A person can control his or her sugar levels by doing regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOUR DOCTOR AND FOLLOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you should not treat it as disease but a start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications like kidney or heart problems .online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET
Diabetes mellitus type 2 required only ayurvedic medicine
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
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FAQs

Q. Is it better to take Lirafit Solution for Injection in the morning or at night?

It is advised to take Lirafit Solution for Injection once daily at any time of the day, but preferably at the same time each day. Lirafit Solution for Injection comes as a solution (liquid) in a prefilled dosing pen to inject subcutaneously (under the skin) in your stomach, thigh, or upper arm.

Q. What things need to be checked before injecting Lirafit Solution for Injection? How should I inject Lirafit Solution for Injection?

Always look at the Lirafit Solution for Injection solution before injecting it. It should be clear, colorless, and free of particles. Do not use Lirafit Solution for Injection if it is colored, cloudy, thickened, or contains solid particles, or expired. You should inject it below the skin (subcutaneously) and not in vein or muscle. It is important to learn the technique before injecting it yourself.

Q. What are the other uses of Lirafit Solution for Injection?

Lirafit Solution for Injection is used along with diet and exercise program to control blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is also used to prevent heart attack, stroke or death in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, and heart and blood vessel disease.

Q. Can I use other anti-diabetic medicines along with Lirafit Solution for Injection?

Yes, you can use other anti-diabetic medicines but the dose needs to be adjusted. Do not mix other insulins with Lirafit Solution for Injection. It is important to know that, other medicines which have similar mechanism of action should not be used like exenatide or lixisenatide with Lirafit Solution for Injection.

Q. Can Lirafit Solution for Injection be used for weight loss?

Yes, Lirafit Solution for Injection may be used as an add on therapy for weight loss. It may be used along with reduced calorie intake and exercise program for management of weight of obese or overweight patients. However, Lirafit Solution for Injection is approved for the management of patients with type 2 diabetes.

Q. What if I forget to inject a dose?

If you forget to inject a dose, immediately inject the forgotten dose. But, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the forgotten dose and continue with your next dose. Remember not to double the dose.

Q. What is the most important information I should know about Lirafit Solution for Injection?

You should be aware that Lirafit Solution for Injection may cause serious side effects such as thyroid tumors. Therefore, this medicine is not recommended in patients with personal or family history of thyroid tumors. Immediately inform your doctor if you notice a lump in the neck, hoarseness (abnormal voice change), trouble swallowing, or shortness of breath.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Lirafit Solution for Injection?

The serious side effects of Lirafit Solution for Injection include inflammation (swelling and pain) of pancreas (pancreatitis), severe allergic reactions, low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), kidney failure, and gall bladder problems.

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Marketer details

Name: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
Country of origin: India

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