Drug reference
exenatide
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Drug class
Endocrine (Peptide analogues)
Mechanism of action
A glucagonlike peptide-1 (GLP-1) that mimics incretin and promotes insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon, and slows gastric emptying
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Injection-site nodule
- Injection-site reactions
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is exenatide?
exenatide belongs to: Endocrine.
How does exenatide work?
A glucagonlike peptide-1 (GLP-1) that mimics incretin and promotes insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon, and slows gastric emptying
What are the common side effects of exenatide?
Constipation, Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Injection-site nodule, Injection-site reactions, Diarrhea
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