GLP-1 Analogues

Question 1

How does GLP-1 work (patient friendly terms)?

Answer 1

This medication balances your blood glucose by supporting your pancreas function and stops inappropriate production of glucose. It will also slow the absorption of glucose and decrease your appetite.

Question 2

What are the side effects of GLP-1?

Answer 2

May cause nausea, vomiting (tummy upset), diarrhoea, constipation, fatigue, and injection site rash

Question 3

What are the counselling points of GLP-1?

Answer 3

Tell your doctor immediately if you develop unexplained severe abdominal pain.
Side effects usually reduce and stops within a short time of taking this medication.
Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

Question 4

How is GLP-1 administered?

Answer 4

• Insert needle into pen - do not touch the needle, make sure it stays in the container as you insert it.
• Prime the needle by pressing the button and make sure a drop comes out of the needle.
• Twist dosing end to measure out the prescribed dose.
• Inject the needle at a ninety degree angle
• Use your thumb to hold the plunger down until you hear a click
• Hold it in the skin for 10 seconds before removing from the skin at a ninety degree angle
• Remove needle by placing needle cap over the pen and twisting it off.