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Byetta Safety Reports

Total Byetta reports: 16747.
Byetta FDA safety alerts: 2007 2008 .
Reported deaths: 36    Reported hospitalizations: 985.
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Reported Byetta Side Effects: blood glucose increased, weight decreased, nausea, decreased appetite, blood glucose decreased, injection site bruising, vomiting, vomiting projectile, headache, feeling abnormal, injection site pain.
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Byetta Side Effects Report #5229458-5
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 17, 2007. Male patient, 63 years of age, was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anxiety, blood glucose abnormal, malignant melanoma, metastases to central nervous system, metastases to lung, thrombosis. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5229465-2
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 25, 2007. Male patient, 68 years of age, weighting 174.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pancreatic carcinoma. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient died.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5229467-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 17, 2007. Male patient, 77 years of age, weighting 227.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, bile duct stone, blood bilirubin increased, bronchitis, bronchopneumonia, feeling abnormal, incoherent, nausea. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLIMEPIRIDE, LANTUS, PROTONIX, BENZONATATE, METOCLOPRAMIDE, TRIAMTERENE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5227051-1
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 01, 2007. Female patient, 36 years of age, weighting 180.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, weight increased and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal pain upper, condition aggravated, hepatic steatosis, nausea, steatorrhoea, transaminases increased, vomiting. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5229491-3
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 22, 2007. Female patient, 58 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diverticulitis, escherichia bacteraemia, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, VYTORIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5229495-0
BYETTA problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Jan 22, 2007. Male patient, 68 years of age, weighting 214.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: condition aggravated, diverticulitis. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLYBURIDE, ACTOS, METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5230381-0
Physician from NETHERLANDS reported BYETTA problem on Jan 16, 2007. Female patient, 54 years of age, weighting 229.3 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hyperglycaemia, nausea, urticaria, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ACTOS, SIMVASTATIN, DOMPERIDONE, HUMALOG NPL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5233366-3
BYETTA problem was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Feb 07, 2007. Male patient, 74 years of age, was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, device failure. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5234313-0
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 22, 2007. Female patient, 42 years of age, weighting 220.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: ovarian cyst. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, SYNTHROID. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5234314-2
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 22, 2007. Male patient, 70 years of age, was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cough, lung neoplasm, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PRECOSE, METFORMIN. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5234315-4
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 24, 2007. Male patient, 81 years of age, weighting 204.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, confusional state, dehydration, diarrhoea, early satiety, joint swelling, memory impairment, nausea, pneumonia. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with INSULIN, ATENOLOL, LASIX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5234326-9
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 23, 2007. Male patient, 43 years of age, weighting 227.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: coronary artery disease, helicobacter gastritis, myocardial ischaemia, nephrolithiasis, pancreatitis, ventricular extrasystoles, vitamin b12 deficiency. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOPHAGE, ACTOS, LIPITOR, LISINOPRIL, PLAVIX, ASPIRIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5234327-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 25, 2007. Female patient, 71 years of age, was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hepatitis. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236546-6
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 26, 2007. Female patient, 60 years of age, weighting 265.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: breast cancer, diarrhoea, frequent bowel movements. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236599-5
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 26, 2007. Male patient, 74 years of age, weighting 180.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cholecystitis, gallbladder disorder, gallbladder enlargement, gallbladder polyp, non-cardiac chest pain. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LANTUS, ACETAMINOPHEN AND HYDROCODONE BITARTRATE, GLIMEPIRIDE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236600-9
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 68 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood creatinine increased, colitis, condition aggravated, dehydration, gastrooesophageal reflux disease, nausea, orthostatic hypertension, palpitations, vomiting. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ACTOS. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236602-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 64 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fall, head injury, headache, loss of consciousness, pain. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236603-4
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 63 years of age, weighting 146.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: asthenia, blood glucose decreased, decreased appetite, disorientation, fall, hunger, loss of consciousness, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with NOVOLOG. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236604-6
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 25, 2007. Female patient, 61 years of age, weighting 262.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal hernia, haemorrhage, hypotension, hysterectomy, ovarian cyst, ovarian mass, pain, post procedural haemorrhage, wound decomposition. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ZOCOR. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236605-8
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 26, 2007. Male patient, 67 years of age, weighting 250.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pancreatitis, pancreatolithiasis, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with STATIN, HYZAAR, METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236696-4
Physician from NETHERLANDS reported BYETTA problem on Jan 24, 2007. Female patient, 54 years of age, weighting 229.3 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: hyperglycaemia, nausea, urticaria, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ACTOS, SIMVASTATIN, DOMPERIDONE, HUMALOG NPL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5236962-2
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 26, 2007. Female patient, 73 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose fluctuation. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5239716-6
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 14, 2007. Female patient, 72 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: lip swelling. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5240413-1
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 78 years of age, weighting 185.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal distension, blood glucose increased, decreased appetite, dizziness, hypotension, nausea, vomiting, weight decreased, weight increased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LISINOPRIL, STARLIX. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242431-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 29, 2007. Female patient, 37 years of age, weighting 340.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: diarrhoea, incision site infection, injection site haemorrhage. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242433-X
BYETTA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 61 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose fluctuation, device failure. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with LANTUS, METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242434-1
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 50 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: condition aggravated, neuropathic arthropathy, procedural pain, skin ulcer. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOVANCE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242436-5
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 02, 2007. Female patient, 62 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: arterial repair, arterial stent insertion, asthenia. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242437-7
Pharmacist from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 01, 2007. Female patient, 72 years of age, weighting 374.8 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: atrial fibrillation. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOPHAGE, NOVOLIN R, CYMBALTA, LORAZEPAM, ASPIRIN, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE, METOPROLOL SUCCINATE, ENALAPRIL MALEATE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242909-5
BYETTA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 06, 2007. Female patient, 53 years of age, weighting 206.5 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: injection site bruising, injection site rash, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, LISINOPRIL, ESTRATEST. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242913-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 01, 2007. Male patient, 76 years of age, weighting 215.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, colon cancer. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOPHAGE, AMARYL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242914-9
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 29, 2007. Female patient, 88 years of age, weighting 210.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fall, nausea, radius fracture, supraventricular tachycardia, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AVANDARYL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242915-0
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Jan 30, 2007. Female patient, 61 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose decreased, blood glucose increased, chills, dyspepsia, hyperhidrosis, non-cardiac chest pain, pharyngolaryngeal pain, tremor, upper respiratory tract infection. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METOPROLOL SUCCINATE, ZETIA, PROTONIX, PLAVIX, PROZAC, ASPIRIN, XANAX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242918-6
BYETTA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 31, 2007. Female patient was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: mental disorder, suicide attempt. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242922-8
Health Professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 01, 2007. Female patient, 63 years of age, weighting 214.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose increased, condition aggravated, lung disorder, thrombosis. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, AMARYL, ADVAIR DISKUS, ASPIRIN, VOLTAREN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5242927-7
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Jan 31, 2007. Male patient, 60 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: accidental needle stick, ankle fracture, fall, injection site extravasation, injection site pain, loss of consciousness. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AVANDIA. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245861-1
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 02, 2007. Female patient, 63 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: chest pain, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, dyspnoea, nausea, pulmonary oedema, retching. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, NITROGLYCERIN, HUMALOG. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245862-3
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 02, 2007. Male patient, 81 years of age, weighting 204.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abdominal distension, blood glucose increased, blood potassium increased, confusional state, dehydration, diarrhoea, early satiety, joint swelling, nausea. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with INSULIN, ATENOLOL, LASIX. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245863-5
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 02, 2007. Male patient, 57 years of age, weighting 300.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cellulitis, gangrene, hypotension, localised infection, sepsis. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, COREG, VASOTEC, LIPITOR, LASIX, FLOVENT. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245864-7
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 02, 2007. Female patient, 85 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: myocardial infarction. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with GLUCOPHAGE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245873-8
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 60 years of age, was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: fall, femur fracture, foot fracture, limb injury, stress fracture. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5245877-5
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Jan 30, 2007. Female patient, 52 years of age, weighting 270.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: cholelithiasis, diarrhoea, fluid retention, lymphadenopathy, subcutaneous abscess, vomiting, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with ACTOS, METFORMIN, LISINOPRIL, LEVOTHYROXINE. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246718-2
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 74 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: anaemia, asthenia, blood glucose decreased, cold sweat, heart rate increased, rectal haemorrhage, tremor. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, ACTOS. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246720-0
BYETTA problem was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 05, 2007. Male patient was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: intestinal obstruction, pulmonary embolism. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246723-6
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 52 years of age, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood glucose decreased, chest pain, headache, loss of consciousness. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN, AVANDIA, AMARYL, ACCUPRIL, TOPROL, ASPIRIN, ACIPHEX. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246724-8
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 06, 2007. Female patient was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: subarachnoid haemorrhage. BYETTA dosage: unknown. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246725-X
Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 09, 2007. Female patient, 78 years of age, weighting 250.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: pneumonia. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with PRANDIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246726-1
BYETTA problem was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Feb 08, 2007. Male patient, 53 years of age, weighting 325.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: blood pressure decreased, pain in extremity, postoperative wound infection, procedural pain, scar. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with METFORMIN. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246729-7
Physician from UNITED STATES reported BYETTA problem on Feb 05, 2007. Female patient, 65 years of age, weighting 257.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: alanine aminotransferase increased, aspartate aminotransferase increased, blood glucose increased, cardiomegaly, cellulitis, white blood cell count increased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with AMARYL, LASIX, VYTORIN, HYZAAR, ASPIRIN, MICRO, ATENOLOL. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Byetta Side Effects Report #5246730-3
BYETTA problem was reported by a Physician from UNITED STATES on Feb 09, 2007. Female patient, 32 years of age, weighting 185.0 lb, was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus non-insulin-dependent and was treated with BYETTA. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following problems/side effects: abortion spontaneous, ovulation induction, therapeutic response unexpected, weight decreased. BYETTA dosage: unknown. During the same period patient was treated with REGULAR INSULIN, GLUCOVANCE, FOLIC ACID, SYNTHROID, PRENATAL VITAMINS, NPH INSULIN. Patient recovered.

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Drug Information: Exenatide Injection

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(ex en' a tide)

Why is this medication prescribed?

Exenatide is used in combination with metformin, a sulfonylurea, or a thiazolidinedione medication to treat type 2 diabetes (condition in which the body does not use insulin normally and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Exenatide is in a class of medications called incretin mimetics. It works by stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin when blood sugar levels are high. Insulin helps move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy. Exenatide also slows the emptying of the stomach and causes a decrease in appetite. Exenatide is not used to treat type 1 diabetes (condition in which the body does not produce insulin and therefore cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood). Exenatide is not used instead of insulin to treat people with diabetes who need insulin.

How should this medicine be used?

Exenatide comes as a solution (liquid) in a prefilled dosing pen to inject subcutaneously (under the skin). It is usually injected twice a day within 60 minutes before the morning and evening meals. Exenatide should not be injected after meals. Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of exenatide and may switch you to a pen with a higher dose of medication if your blood sugar control has not improved after you have used exenatide for 1 month. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use exenatide injection exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Exenatide controls diabetes but does not cure it. Continue to use exenatide even if you feel well. Do not stop using exenatide without talking to your doctor.

Exenatide comes in prefilled dosing pens that contain enough medication for 60 doses (two doses a day for 1 month). You will need to buy needles separately. Ask your doctor or pharmacist what type of needles you will need to inject your medication. Be sure to read and understand the manufacturer's instructions for injecting exenatide using the pen. Also make sure you know how and when to set up a new pen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to show you how to use the pen. Follow the directions carefully. Never remove the cartridge from the pen or attempt to add any other type of medication to the cartridge.

Always look at your exenatide solution before you inject it. It should be as clear, colorless, and fluid as water. Do not use exenatide if it is colored, cloudy, thickened, or contains solid particles, or if the expiration date on the bottle has passed.

Never reuse needles and never share needles or pens. Always remove the needle right after you inject your dose. Throw away needles in a puncture-resistant container. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to dispose of the puncture resistant container.

Exenatide can be administered in the thigh (upper leg), abdomen (stomach), or upper arm. Use a different site for each injection, about 1 inch away from the previous injection but in the same general area (for example, the thigh). Use all available sites in the same general area before switching to a different area (for example, the upper arm). Do not use the same injection site more often than once every month.

Other uses for this medicine

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What special precautions should I follow?

Before using exenatide injection,

  • tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to exenatide or any other medications.
  • tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), perindopril, (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and trandolapril (Mavik); diuretics (‘water pills’); aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); and warfarin (Coumadin).
  • if you are taking oral contraceptives (birth control pills) or antibiotics, take them at least 1 hour before you use exenatide injection. If you have been told to take these medications with food, take them with a meal or snack at a time when you do not use exenatide.
  • tell your doctor if you drink or have ever drunk large amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had gallstones (solid deposits that form in the gallbladder), a high level of triglycerides (fats) in the blood, severe stomach problems, or kidney disease.
  • tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using exenatide, call your doctor.
  • you should know that when exenatide is used in combination with a sulfonylurea medication, it may increase the risk of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure if the antidiabetic medication that you are taking is a sulfonylurea. Your doctor may lower your dose of sulfonylurea while you are using exenatide.
  • you should know that exenatide may cause weight loss and a decrease in appetite.

What special dietary instructions should I follow?

Be sure to follow all exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietitian. It is important to eat a healthy diet.

Alcohol may cause a decrease in blood sugar. Ask your doctor about the safe use of alcoholic beverages while you are using exenatide.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

Skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not inject a double dose to make up for a missed one.

What side effects can this medication cause?

This medication may cause changes in your blood sugar. You should know the symptoms of low and high blood sugar and what to do if you have these symptoms.

You may experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) while you are taking this medication. Your doctor will tell you what you should do if you develop hypoglycemia. He or she may tell you to check your blood sugar, eat or drink a food or beverage that contains sugar, such as hard candy or fruit juice, or get medical care. Follow these directions carefully if you have any of the following symptoms of hypoglycemia:

  • shakiness
  • dizziness or lightheadedness
  • sweating
  • nervousness or irritability
  • sudden changes in behavior or mood
  • headache
  • numbness or tingling around the mouth
  • weakness
  • pale skin
  • hunger
  • clumsy or jerky movements

If hypoglycemia is not treated, severe symptoms may develop. Be sure that your family, friends, and other people who spend time with you know that if you have any of the following symptoms, they should get medical treatment for you immediately.

  • confusion
  • seizures
  • loss of consciousness

Call your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) :

  • extreme thirst
  • frequent urination
  • extreme hunger
  • weakness
  • blurred vision

If high blood sugar is not treated, a serious, life-threatening condition called diabetic ketoacidosis could develop. Call your doctor immediately if you have any of the these symptoms:

  • dry mouth
  • upset stomach and vomiting
  • shortness of breath
  • breath that smells fruity
  • decreased consciousness

Exenatide injection may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • jittery feeling
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • weakness
  • acid stomach

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

  • severe stomach pain
  • severe and ongoing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
  • hives
  • rash
  • itching
  • difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
  • hoarseness
  • decreased urination

Exenatide may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?

Store unused exenatide pens in their original carton in the refrigerator protected from light. Once in use, store exenatide pens at room temperature (up to 77° F) protected from light. Do not freeze. Do not use exenatide if it has been frozen. Do not store exenatide pens with the needle attached. Keep exenatide pens out of the reach of children.

When traveling, be sure to keep exenatide pens dry. Unused pens should be refrigerated or at a cold temperature between 36 to 46°F;. pens that are in use can be stored at room temperature up to 77°F (not in a car glove compartment or other hot place).

Make a note of the date you first use an exenatide pen, and throw away the pen after 30 days, even if there is some solution left in the pen. Throw away any exenatide pens that are outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of emergency/overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Symptoms of overdose may include:

  • severe upset stomach
  • severe vomiting
  • dizziness
  • symptoms of hypoglycemia (See "What Side Effects can this medication cause?")

What other information should I know?

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your blood sugar and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) should be checked regularly to determine your response to exenatide. Your doctor will also tell you how to check your response to this medication by measuring your blood or urine sugar levels at home. Follow these instructions carefully.

See your dentist twice yearly; see your eye doctor regularly; get your blood pressure checked regularly.

Keep yourself and your clothes clean. Wash cuts, scrapes, and other wounds quickly, and do not let them get infected. Wear medical alert identification (a bracelet or tag) that says you have diabetes.

Do not let anyone else use your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.

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