Xultophy 100iu/3.6mg Pre Filled Pen Of 3ml Solution For Injection
Description
Xultophy Injection is a medication used for adults with type 2 diabetes who need better blood sugar control, even with diet, exercise, and other diabetes medicines. It is administered once daily, subcutaneously, in the thigh, upper arm, or abdomen, with or without food. Use it at the same time each day and rotate injection sites to prevent skin problems, such as thickening or pits.
Xultophy Injection combines two active ingredients. Insulin degludec is a long-acting insulin that provides steady insulin levels throughout the day and night, helping to lower blood sugar levels between meals and during sleep. Liraglutide helps your body release the right amount of insulin when needed, slows the rate at which food leaves your stomach, and lowers the amount of sugar produced by your liver. This helps keep your blood sugar levels more balanced, especially after eating.
Some common side effects include low blood sugar, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, dizziness, and stomach discomfort. You may also feel full quickly or have a reduced appetite. It is essential to recognise the symptoms of low blood sugar, including sweating, confusion, or feeling shaky. If these occur, notify your doctor immediately.
Certain medicines may interact with Xultophy Injection, including other diabetes drugs, blood pressure medicines, steroids, thyroid hormones, and birth control pills. Alcohol can also affect how this medicine works, so it is best to avoid drinking. If you are taking other medications or have underlying health conditions, please inform your doctor so they can adjust your treatment as necessary.
Store your Xultophy Injection in the refrigerator before opening. After opening, keep it at room temperature (below 30°C) or in the refrigerator. Always keep the pen cap on to prevent the pen from drying out or freezing. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as this medicine is not recommended in those situations.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹4473.61 |
| You Save | ₹1261.79 (22% on MRP) |
| Contains | Insulin Degludec(100.0 Iu/Ml)+Liraglutide(3.6 Mg/Ml) |
| Uses | Type 2 diabetes mellitus |
| Side effects | Hypoglycaemia, nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, constipation. |
| Therapy | ANTI-DIABETIC |
Uses
Contraindications
Side effects
- Hypoglycaemia
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dyspepsia
- Gastritis
- Abdominal pain
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Abdominal distension
- Loss of appetite
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have type 1 diabetes, diabetic ketoacidosis, or severe heart failure, as Xultophy Injection is not suitable in these conditions.
- You may notice signs of low or high blood sugar, such as sweating, confusion, thirst, or frequent urination.
- You have stomach pain, vision changes, thyroid issues, or a history of pancreatitis.
- You have conditions like heart problems, frequent dehydration, or are planning surgery or deep sedation, as Xultophy Injection may increase the risk of complications in these situations.
Directions for Use
- Xultophy Injection is injected under the skin (subcutaneously) of your thigh, upper arm or stomach (abdomen).
- Use it at the same time each day with or without food.
- Change (rotate) your injection site with each injection to help reduce your chances of getting skin thickening or pits at the injection site. Do not use the same site for each injection.
Storage and disposal
- Before first opening: Store in a refrigerator (2 °C – 8 °C). Keep away from the freezing element. Do not freeze. Keep the cap on the pre-filled pen in order to protect it from light.
- After first opening: Store at a maximum of 30 °C or store in a refrigerator (2 °C – 8 °C). Do not freeze. Keep the cap on the pre-filled pen in order to protect it from light.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Insulin degludec is a long-acting insulin that helps lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. After you inject it, it slowly releases into your body over time, providing a steady level of insulin throughout the day and night. This helps your body use sugar more effectively and prevents your blood sugar levels from becoming too high, especially between meals and during periods of rest....
- Liraglutide works by helping your body release the right amount of insulin when your blood sugar is high. It also lowers the amount of sugar made by your liver and slows down how quickly food leaves your stomach, which helps you feel full longer. This helps keep your blood sugar levels more stable, especially after meals....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines may increase or decrease the amount of Xultophy Injection you need, such as other diabetes medications, blood pressure medications, steroids, thyroid hormones, and birth control pills.
- Alcohol can affect how this medication works and may increase the risk of low blood sugar.
- Beta-blockers can hide signs of low blood sugar, such as a fast heartbeat.
- Medicines such as octreotide, lanreotide, and warfarin may require additional monitoring or dose adjustments when taken with this medication.
- Xultophy Injection may slightly slow the absorption of certain oral medicines, but this usually does not affect their overall effect or require dose adjustments.
Content Details
Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Xultophy Injection be used in type 1 diabetes?
Q: Will it help with weight loss?
Q: What are the signs of a serious allergic reaction?
References
- U.S. Summary of Product Characteristics. Xultophy 100 units/mL + 3.6 mg/mL solution for injection [Internet]. Kent, UK: Novo Nordisk Limited; 2024 Nov 15 [cited 2025 Jun 25].
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation. Drugs [Internet]. New Delhi: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India; [cited 2025 Jun 25].
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