Lirafit S Cartridge Of 3ml Solution For Injection (Pack Of 5)
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15ml Solution For Injection in Cartridge
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Description
Lirafit S Solution for Injection is an antidiabetic medication containing Liraglutide as its active ingredient. It is used to control blood sugar levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes, in conjunction with diet and lifestyle modifications. This medication is suitable for individuals aged 10 and above.
To effectively manage diabetes, it is essential to take medications as prescribed and make necessary lifestyle changes, including regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight. Controlling blood sugar levels is particularly important as individuals with high blood sugar or diabetes are at risk of various health complications, such as eye, kidney, and nerve problems, as well as heart disease and stroke.
Lirafit S Solution can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, or death in patients with type 2 diabetes who have heart conditions. It works by stimulating the release of insulin from the pancreas, thereby lowering blood glucose levels.
To better manage your condition, regularly monitor your blood glucose levels, adhere to your prescribed treatment plan, and make positive lifestyle changes. Antidiabetic medication as prescribed and make necessary lifestyle changes, including insulin release.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹6749.25 |
| You Save | ₹2249.75 (25% on MRP) |
| Contains | Liraglutide(6.0 Mg/Ml) |
| Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
| Side effects | Diarrhea, vomiting, decreased appetite, indigestion |
| Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses
Lirafit S Solution for Injection is a medication that lowers blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It helps prevent complications like kidney damage and blindness while also reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. ...
Contraindications
Known allergy to Liraglutide or any ingredient of Lirafit S Solution For Injection.
Side effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Cold or airways infection
- Low blood sugar
- Low appetite or eating disorder
- Headache & dizziness
- Stomach ache, gas & acidity
- Rashes
- Toothache
- Fatigue
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Lirafit S Solution For Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Lirafit S Solution For Injection should not be used during pregnancy a safer alternative such as insulin or other medicine suggested by your doctor should be used. If a woman wishes to become pregnant while taking this medicine, treatment should be discontinued.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Lirafit S Solution For Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
Due to lack of safety information, Lirafit S Solution For Injection should not be used during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have taken Lirafit S Solution For Injection?
A:
Lirafit S has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. However, you should be aware of symptoms of hypoglycemia (sweating excessively, feeling tired, fainting, feeling weak, nervous and anxious). You should always carry a quick-acting source of sugar (such as juice, nondiet soda, hard candy or dextrose tablets).
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol while taking Lirafit S Solution For Injection?
A:
You should avoid consuming while taking this Solution For Injection as it can alter your blood sugar levels. Alcohol can reduce your body’s ability to recover from hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels).
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are on dialysis, have heart failure, liver problems, or kidney failure or disease.
- You have a thyroid disorder, thyroid enlargement (Goitre).
- You have a stomach or gut disorder due to which content of your stomach takes too long to pass in the intestine (Gastroparesis).
- You have inflammatory bowel disorder, inflammation of the pancreas (Pancreatitis).
- This medicine should not be used if you have type 1 diabetes (your body does not produce any insulin) or diabetic ketoacidosis (a complication of diabetes).
- You are experiencing dehydration (loss of fluid through vomiting or diarrhoea). It is important to prevent dehydration by drinking sufficient water.
Directions for Use
- Take this Solution For Injection as directed by your doctor or nurse.
- Your physician will demonstrate the technique before you use it for the first time.
- Lirafit S Solution For Injection is to be taken under the skin of the thigh, abdomen, or upper arm.
- Do not administer Lirafit S Solution For Injection by vein or by muscle injection.
- Pull a skin, fold up to take this Solution For Injection.
- Wait for at least 6 seconds before removing the needle from the Solution For Injection site.
- Always rotate the site of Solution For Injection; do not take concurrent Solution For Injections at the same site.
- Do not share your Solution For Injection with other people or use it for injecting other medicines.
Quick Tips
- Lirafit S (liraglutide) should be used strictly according to your doctor’s instructions. The dose is usually started low and increased gradually to reduce side effects such as nausea. Do not change the dose or stop treatment on your own....
- Lirafit S is administered as a subcutaneous injection once daily, preferably at the same time each day. It can be taken at any time of day, with or without meals, but maintaining a consistent routine helps ensure stable blood glucose control....
- Inject Lirafit S under the skin of the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Rotate injection sites regularly to prevent skin irritation or the formation of lumps. Never inject into a vein or muscle, and always use a new needle for each injection....
- Unopened Lirafit S pens should be stored in a refrigerator (2°C–8°C). Once in use, the pen can be stored at room temperature (below 30°C) or refrigerated, as advised, and should be protected from heat and light. Do not freeze the solution....
- Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite, especially during the initial phase of treatment. These usually improve with time. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain, signs of pancreatitis, or symptoms of low blood sugar when used with other antidiabetic medicines....
- For optimal results, Lirafit S should be used in conjunction with a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and routine blood glucose monitoring. It is not a substitute for healthy lifestyle measures, but works best when combined with them....
Storage and disposal
- Unused and new Lirafit S Solution For Injection should be stored in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C and should not be frozen.
- If you forget to store this Solution For Injection in the refrigerator before its first use, it should be used or thrown away within 30 days.
- Lirafit S Solution For Injection. After the first use, store for up to 30 days at 15°C to 30°C or in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children or pets.
- Do not throw this Solution For Injection in household waste or in wastewater.
Dosage
Overdose
An overdose of Lirafit S Solution For Injection may lead to severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and excessively low blood sugar. If you happen to take too much of this Solution For Injection, inform your doctor immediately or reach out to the nearby hospital....
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of Lirafit S Solution for Injection may increase your blood sugar and can increase the risk of getting other health complications. If you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and follow the normal dosing schedule....
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Liraglutide works in the liver, pancreas, and gut to control blood glucose by lowering hepatic glucose output, increasing insulin production, and slowing gastric emptying.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Frequent monitoring of blood clotting parameters is recommended for individuals taking blood thinners, such as warfarin, concomitantly with Lirafit S Solution For Injection.
- Blood pressure-lowering medicines such as insulin and sulphonylureas (glimepiride or glibenclamide) may lead to a significant reduction in blood glucose, and hence the patient should be warned of the signs and symptoms of low blood glucose ( cold sweat, headache, fast heartbeat, feeling sick, tremors)...
- Any other medicine, supplement, or herbal, if you are taking or might take, should be reported to your doctor in order to avoid any possible interaction.
Interactions with food items
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is key to control blood sugar better. Consult your doctor for more information on what kind of diet you should follow since a diabetes diet is not one size fits all. It varies among individuals depending on the severity of disease and comorbidities....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the most common side effects of Lirafit S Solution for Injection?
A: The most common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, headache, and decreased appetite. These symptoms are usually mild and often decrease after the first few days or weeks of treatment as your body adjusts to the medication.
Q: Who should avoid using Lirafit S Solution for Injection?
A: Lirafit S Solution for Injection should not be used by individuals with a personal or family history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). It is also not recommended for patients with Type 1 Diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe kidney and liver disease.
Q: Is Lirafit S Solution for Injection safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
A: No, Lirafit S Solution for Injection is generally not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Studies suggest it may harm the developing fetus. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor for safer alternatives, such as insulin.
Q: Can I share my Lirafit S Solution for Injection pen with others?
A: No. You must never share your Lirafit S Solution for Injection pen or needles with another person, even if the needle is changed. Sharing pens can lead to the transmission of serious infections, including hepatitis and HIV.
Q: What is Lirafit S Solution For Injection?
A: Lirafit S Solution For Injection is a Solution For Injection containing anti-diabetic medicine Liraglutide. It is used to control elevated blood sugar levels along with diet and lifestyle modifications.
Q: Can I use Lirafit S Solution For Injection for weight loss?
A: No. Lirafit S Solution For Injection is an antidiabetic medicine; it should never be used for weight loss. It does not affect weight reduction. You should never use medicines used for serious health conditions for any purpose other than what they are prescribed for.
Q: Where can I take Lirafit S Solution For Injection?
A: Lirafit S Solution For Injection can be taken subcutaneously in the abdomen, in the thigh, or in the upper arm. You should change the Solution For Injection site after every Solution For Injection.
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Product Details
Brand
LIRAFIT
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
12/04/2026
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