Bydureon

Physical Activity, Type 2 Diabetes, Diet

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Bydureon

What is Bydureon

Exenatide

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Exenatide is a medication that helps to control blood sugar levels. It works by activating a receptor in the body that increases insulin production, decreases the amount of glucagon in the body, and slows down the emptying of the stomach. Exenatide was approved by the FDA in 2005 and is prescribed to people with diabetes.

Byetta

is the brand name

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Bydureon Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Byetta

Exenatide

2005

10

Effectiveness

How Bydureon Affects Patients

Exenatide helps to regulate the body's response to glucose, releasing more insulin and less glucagon when it is needed. This helps to prevent dangerously high or low blood sugar levels. It also slows down how quickly the stomach empties, meaning that the glucose enters the body's system more slowly. This further helps to prevent dangerous spikes or drops in blood sugar levels.

How Bydureon works in the body

Exenatide is a drug that helps control blood sugar levels. It works by activating a receptor in the body that stimulates insulin production, while reducing glucagon production. It also slows down digestion and reduces food intake, helping to prevent episodes of high or low blood sugar.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Bydureon is contingent upon the identified affliction. The amount of dosage fluctuates as per the technique of administration cited in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Physical Activity

, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.005 mg, 0.01 mg, 2.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/dose, 0.005 mg/pump actuation, 0.01 mg/pump actuation

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Type 2 Diabetes

, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.005 mg, 0.01 mg, 2.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/dose, 0.005 mg/pump actuation, 0.01 mg/pump actuation

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Diet

, 0.25 mg/mL, 0.005 mg, 0.01 mg, 2.0 mg, 20.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/dose, 0.005 mg/pump actuation, 0.01 mg/pump actuation

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Warnings

Bydureon Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Exenatide may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Bydureon.

Common Bydureon Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

(R)-warfarin

Moderate

Exenatide can cause an increase in the absorption of (R)-warfarin resulting in an increased serum concentration and potentially a worsening of adverse effects.

(S)-Warfarin

Moderate

Exenatide can cause an increase in the absorption of (S)-Warfarin resulting in an increased serum concentration and potentially a worsening of adverse effects.

2,4-thiazolidinedione

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Exenatide is combined with 2,4-thiazolidinedione.

4-hydroxycoumarin

Moderate

Exenatide can cause an increase in the absorption of 4-hydroxycoumarin resulting in an increased serum concentration and potentially a worsening of adverse effects.

AICA ribonucleotide

Moderate

The risk or severity of hypoglycemia can be increased when Exenatide is combined with AICA ribonucleotide.

Bydureon Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Animal studies have linked exenatide to birth defects in the rib cage and spine, as well as slowed growth. Uncontrolled high blood sugar can increase the risk of miscarriage in humans by up to 25%. There are no human studies on the effects of exenatide during pregnancy, so the drug should only be taken if the benefits outweigh the risks. Exenatide is found in mouse milk at a concentration of 2.5% of the plasma, though this may not apply to humans. There is also no data on its effects on breastfed infants. Exenatide is not recommended for pediatric or geriatric patients.

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Bydureon Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Bydureon?

162 active studies are actively evaluating the utility of Bydureon in the management of Type 2 Diabetes.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Type 2 Diabetes

167 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1

Diet

5 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1

Physical Activity

24 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2

Bydureon Reviews: What are patients saying about Bydureon?

5

Patient Review

2/16/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've only been taking this medication for a short while, but I have already seen some results. My appetite has increased and my blood sugar is more stable. I also experienced headaches at first, but they went away after a few days.

5

Patient Review

9/14/2018

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been on this medication for around four months and it has helped me lose 33 pounds gradually, which is exactly what I needed. My blood sugar levels are now more consistent and I haven't had any major issues with nausea or hunger. This has been a great experience overall.

5

Patient Review

4/27/2019

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've been really pleased with how this medication has worked. My blood sugar levels have decreased so much that I barely need any insulin now. The only downside is that my appetite is suppressed and I've lost some weight, but I'll take those results any day!

5

Patient Review

9/14/2018

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This medication has helped me lose a significant amount of weight. I've been on it for 4 months and have lost 33 pounds (7 per month, on average). My blood sugar is now more consistent, and I've had to reduce my intake of other medications as a result. The only downside is that I sometimes experience nausea, but it's manageable with medication.

5

Patient Review

4/27/2019

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

So far, I've been really pleased with how this medication has worked. My blood sugar has decreased to the point where I barely need any insulin at all. The only downside is that my appetite is suppressed and I've lost some weight, but those are pretty minor complaints in comparison to the benefits.

5

Patient Review

12/15/2017

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Though there was some oozing and a lump at the injection site for a couple weeks, this medication has really helped me cut back my urge to eat by about 60%.

5

Patient Review

2/16/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've only been taking this medication for a short while, but I can already tell it's making a difference. My appetite is better and my blood sugar isn't spiking as much. I still get headaches occasionally, but they might be unrelated to the Bydureon.

5

Patient Review

12/15/2017

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had some mild side effects with this treatment, but overall it was very effective. It's cut my urge to eat by about 60%, which has been a huge help for me.

3

Patient Review

6/24/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I experienced some heart palpitations and an increase in my heartbeat. I also had explosive bowel movements, sore throat, decreased appetite, and weight loss. However, my glucose readings were way down and more consistent.

3

Patient Review

10/29/2019

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This is generally working well for me, but I have developed a rash and some bruising on my stomach. Additionally, I've lost my appetite and am feeling very full all the time.

3

Patient Review

10/29/2019

Bydureon for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This treatment is effective, but I have experienced some stomach trouble as a result. I get rashes and bruises easily, and I haven't been feeling very hungry lately.

3

Patient Review

6/24/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

This treatment has helped my glucose readings stay consistent, but I've also experienced some less desirable side effects like an increased heart rate, palpitations, explosive bowel movements, and a sore throat.

2.7

Patient Review

3/17/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've been using this drug for over a year now, and I have yet to see any improvement. If anything, the lumps have gotten worse, and I always feel nauseous before and after treatment. Additionally, about one out of every eight syringes is unreliable. If you are prescribed this medication, plan on spending an hour for treatment. Slow down for half an hour after injection before moving around; otherwise, the needle (which is quite large) will leak.

2.7

Patient Review

3/17/2018

Bydureon for Additional Medication for Diabetes Type 2

I've been using this for over a year now and, unfortunately, have not seen much improvement. I still get lumps and nausea both before and after treatment, about one out of every eight syringes is unreliable, and the injection site often leaks afterwards. On the plus side, it only takes an hour to do the whole process.
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Patient Q&A Section about bydureon

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Bydureon a insulin?

"No, Bydureon does not contain insulin, but it does stimulate the body to produce more insulin. Is Bydureon used as a weight loss drug? No. Bydureon is not marketed as a weight loss drug, although weight loss is a common side effect."

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Is Ozempic better than Bydureon?

"Ozempic caused patients to have lower A1c levels and lose more weight than patients who took Bydureon or Trulicity in clinical trials. Mar 7, 2018"

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Is Trulicity and Bydureon the same?

"The drugs Bydureon and Trulicity both work to improve blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes by mimicking the peptide hormone GLP-1."

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Why is Bydureon being discontinued?

"AstraZeneca announced that it will be discontinuing Bydureon (exenatide) Pen as of March 2021 due to business reasons. The discontinuation is not due to safety or efficacy issues, product quality or manufacturing concerns. Bydureon BCise® (exenatide) Pen will continue to be available."

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Is Bydureon an insulin?

"No, Bydureon is not the same as insulin, but it does cause the body to release more insulin. Is Bydureon used as a weight loss drug? No, it is not approved for that purpose, even though many people who use it do lose weight."

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Is Ozempic and Bydureon the same?

"The side effects of Bydureon include headache, itching, indigestion, and a small bump at the injection site. These side effects are different from those of Ozempic. Both Ozempic and Bydureon may interact with insulin secretagogues or insulin, as well as other oral medications taken at the same time. In addition, Bydureon may interact with warfarin."

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What type of insulin is Bydureon?

"Type 2 diabetes Mellitus is a condition in which the body does not provide sufficient insulin.

Bydureon is a prescription medication used to manage the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It may be used alone or with other medications. Bydureon is part of a class of drugs called Antidiabetics, Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Agonists. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is characterized by the body not producing enough insulin."

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Why was Bydureon discontinued?

"- OptumRx® today announced that it will no longer cover AstraZeneca’s Bydureon® (exenatide) Pen as of March 14, 2021, due to the drug maker’s discontinuation of the product. — This decision is not related to any safety or efficacy issues, product quality or manufacturing concerns. OptumRx will instead cover Bydureon BCise® (exenatide), which is also manufactured by AstraZeneca.

As of March 2021, AstraZeneca will be discontinuing its Bydureon Pen due to business reasons. This decision is not related to any safety or efficacy issues, product quality or manufacturing concerns. Bydureon BCise will continue to be available. As of March 14, 2021, OptumRx will no longer cover AstraZeneca's Bydureon Pen. Instead, OptumRx will cover Bydureon BCise, which is also manufactured by AstraZeneca."

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Clinical Trials for Bydureon

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Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes

18 - 75
All Sexes
Birmingham, AL

This study is testing whether a new medication called CX11 works and is safe for participants with type 2 diabetes who have not reached good blood sugar control while taking a steady dose of metformin, with or without a steady dose of an SGLT2 inhibitor, for at least 90 days. The study is being done at multiple medical centers. Participants are assigned by chance (randomized) to different groups, and neither the participants nor the study staff know which group they're in (double-blind). The groups are compared side by side (parallel), and some participants will receive inactive pills (placebo) to help measure the true effect of the study drug. After screening, participants will be randomly placed into one of six groups, with equal chances of being in any group. Each group will receive a different dose of CX11 or a placebo. Treatment will last 24 weeks. After that, all participants will have a 2-week follow-up period to check on safety.

Phase 2
Waitlist Available

Central Research Associates - Flourish - PPDS (+29 Sites)

Corxel Pharmaceuticals

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Adaptive Dietary Intervention for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
New York, NY

The investigators will examine the feasibility, acceptability, and effect of an adaptive dietary intervention over 24 weeks (12-week intervention, 12-week follow-up) among Asian Americans with Type 2 diabetes. Participants (N=120; 60 Chinese Americans and 60 Vietnamese Americans) will be 2:1 randomized to one of two arms: adaptive dietary intervention or standard of care (SC). The intervention will begin with continued glucose monitoring (CGM) use only during weeks 0-4. At week 4, participants who achieve the glycemic control goal (at least an 8% increase in time in range \[TIR\] from baseline) will continue with the CGM alone during weeks 4-12 ("CGM Alone"); otherwise, culturally and linguistically adapted glucose excursion minimization (GEM) will be augmented with CGM ("CGM-GEM").

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

NYU Langone Health

Yaguang Zheng, PhD, RN

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MetSense Risk Flag for Type 2 Diabetes

18+
All Sexes
Pleasanton, CA

People with serious mental illness have high risk for type 2 diabetes due to multiple risk factors, including the metabolic side effects of psychotropic medications that are used to treat these conditions. Type 2 diabetes is preventable through lifestyle and pharmacological interventions, but many people with serious mental illness do not receive regular screening for type 2 diabetes risk. In many health care settings, clinical pharmacists are increasingly managing patients with serious mental illness and have expertise in monitoring the metabolic side effects of psychotropic medications. This study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of using a diabetes prediction model that is based on electronic health record data (the MetSense risk flag) to alert clinical pharmacists about patients who are at high diabetes risk, prompting these clinicians to prioritize diabetes risk management services.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

KPNC Division of Research

Esti Iturralde, PhD

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Black Impact for Heart Health

18+
Male
Birmingham, AL

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the FELLAship program-a church-based cardiovascular health (CVH) intervention-in Black men aged 35-70 who are at risk for heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and related conditions. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Does participation in the FELLAship program improve cardiovascular health metrics (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar) and health behaviors among Black men at The Worship Center Christian Church (TWC)? * What factors influence the adoption, delivery, and sustainability of the FELLAship program in a faith-based setting? Researchers will compare an immediate-start intervention group and a delayed-start (waitlist control) group to assess both short-term health outcomes and program implementation factors. Participants will: * Attend a 90-minute weekly session for 24 weeks, including 45 minutes of physical activity led by a certified trainer and 45 minutes of health education delivered by trained coaches. * Receive one-on-one support from a community health worker to reduce barriers to care and engage with primary care. * Complete biometric health screenings and surveys at baseline, 12 weeks, and 24 weeks to assess clinical and behavioral outcomes. * Use a smartwatch, blood pressure cuff, and other tools to track progress in real time. * Participate in exit focus groups or interviews to share feedback about the intervention. * A subset of TWC leaders and interventionists (N=15) will also be interviewed to assess implementation, resource needs, and sustainability. This study uses the RE-AIM framework to assess Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance, and aims to inform scalable strategies for improving CVH among Black men in trusted community settings.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

The Worship Center Cristian Church

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