Injectable Hypoglycemic Agent

Cards (2)

  • Injectable Hypoglycemia Agent - Exenatide (Byetta)
  • Exenatide (Byetta)
    • Route: SQ
    • Used for Type 2 DM
    • Not recommended for clients taking insulin
    • Packaged in pre-measured doses (pen) that require refrigeration (cannot be frozen)
    • Administered SQ within 60 minutes before meals (morning and evening)