Soliqua 33 µg/mL and 100 units/mL, 50 µg/mL and 100 units/mL Solution for injection

Soliqua 33 µg/mL and 100 units/mL, 50 µg/mL and 100 units/mL Solution for injection

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PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19 September 2024


Clinical Summary

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Indication

For treatment of adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus to improve glycaemic control.

Dosage (summary)

Administer subcutaneously once daily, titrate based on clinical response; max 60 units.

Special Populations

  • Elderly patients
  • Hepatic impairment
  • Renal impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Oral antidiabetics
  • Corticosteroids
  • Sulphonylureas

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to components
  • Hypoglycaemia
  • Acute pancreatitis
  • Severe renal impairment
  • Pregnancy
  • Lactation

Common side effects

  • Hypoglycaemia
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting

Counselling Points

  • Rotate injection sites
  • Monitor blood glucose regularly
  • Recognize symptoms of hypoglycaemia

Serious warnings

  • Risk of pancreatitis
  • Hypoglycaemia risk
  • Injection site reactions
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