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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Dec 13, 2024 | 11:26 AM IST
Victoza Solution For Injection is used to treat type 2 Diabetes mellitus. It contains Liraglutide which works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas and decreasing the amount of sugar the liver makes. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, stomach upset, constipation, headache, feeling tired, and dizziness. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

LIRAGLUTIDE-6MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Victoza Solution For Injection

Victoza Solution For Injection belongs to the class of anti-diabetic drugs, primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in the children above 10 years and adult. Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetes occurs when a hormone released by the pancreas to lower blood glucose called 'insulin' is secreted but unable to get utilized by our body's cell to produce energy.  

Victoza Solution For Injection contains Liraglutide a recombinant Deoxyribonucleic acid (rDNA) which works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas during high blood sugar levels (after meal) and decreases the amount of sugar the liver makes. Victoza Solution For Injection also slows stomach emptying time, thereby decreasing appetite and promotes weight loss in an individual. 

Some common side effects of Victoza Solution For Injection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, stomach upset, constipation, headache, feeling tired, rash, and dizziness. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor. 

Before starting Victoza Solution For Injection, let your doctor know if you have any medical history of heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), and stomach disorders like gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying). Do not take or stop this medicine, if the doctor did not advise you to do so. Do not concurrently use Victoza Solution For Injection with prandial insulin (mealtime insulin). It is advised to limit your alcohol intake while using Victoza Solution For Injection to avoid low blood sugar levels further. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Victoza Solution For Injection.

Uses of Victoza Solution For Injection

Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits

Victoza Solution For Injection treats type 2 diabetes mellitus and contains ‘Liraglutide’. It is a recombinant DNA (rDNA) that mimics the action of a natural hormone called Incretin (metabolic hormone, which stimulates a decrease in blood glucose levels). It works by increasing insulin release from the pancreas during high blood sugar levels (after meal) and decreases the amount of sugar the liver makes. Victoza Solution For Injection may be advised with or without other medications along with diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels. 

Directions for Use

Injection pen: Inject the medicine subcutaneously (under the skin) in the abdomen, thigh or upper arm. Take it preferably with a meal since it lowers the blood sugar levels and may cause gastrointestinal side effects. Store the injection pen in a refrigerator or at room temperature and use it within 30 days. Do not freeze the medicine.Injection/Solution for injection: It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Victoza Solution For Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Decreased appetite
  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Feeling tired
  • Rash
  • Dizziness 

Drug Warnings

Brief your medical history if you have any heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), stomach disorders like gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying), high cholesterol levels, gallbladder problems, and depression before starting Victoza Solution For Injection. Victoza Solution For Injection is contraindicated in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumours in thyroid and parathyroid glands) and personal or family history of thyroid cancer. Do not concurrently use Victoza Solution For Injection with prandial insulin (mealtime insulin). If you are also using insulin, take Victoza Solution For Injection and insulin injections separately. Please do not mix them. You can inject both injections in the same body region, but the injection sites should not be next to each other. Do not share an injection pen, cartridge, or syringe with another person, even if the needle is changed. It is advised to limit your alcohol intake while using Victoza Solution For Injection to avoid low blood sugar levels further. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting this medication. Victoza Solution For Injection is advised to be only used in children above ten years of age and adults. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Victoza Solution For Injection may interact with other anti-diabetic medicines (insulin glargine, insulin degludec), hormones (levothyroxine), corticosteroids (prednisone), psychiatric medicines (olanzapine), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin), high blood pressure medicines (propranolol, metoprolol), and glaucoma eye drops (timolol). 

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it affects blood sugar levels. Avoid fatty foods and include healthy carbohydrates in your diet.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Tell your doctor before taking Victoza Solution For Injection if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), stomach disorders like gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying), high cholesterol levels, gallbladder problems, and depression. Victoza Solution For Injection is contraindicated in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumours in thyroid and parathyroid glands) and personal or family history of thyroid cancer.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • INSULIN GLARGINE
  • INSULIN DEGLUDEC
  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • PREDNISONE
  • OLANZAPINE
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • METOPROLOL
  • TIMOLOL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains to maintain your blood glucose levels.
  • Eat at regular intervals.
  • Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly to keep your heart healthy.
  • Your doctor also guides you on noticing and managing the early symptoms of high/low blood sugar levels.
  • Gastrointestinal side effects can be managed with simple modifications in your lifestyle. These include cutting down on sugars and fatty foods, avoiding carbonated drinks and foods that cause gas. 

Special Advise

  • Victoza Solution For Injection may increase the risk of developing thyroid gland tumour, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC - a type of thyroid cancer). 
  • Never reuse insulin needles and never share needles or insulin pens. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diabetes mellitus: Also known as adult-onset diabetes, is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar levels. It is a type 2 diabetes and occurs when the insulin (a hormone produced by the beta cells of the pancreas) is resistant in breaking the glucose to produce energy (insulin resistance) or the pancreas (an organ behind the stomach) produce little or no insulin at all. This disease mostly occurs in people aged above 40 years, but can also occur in childhood based on the risk factors. The treatment includes oral glucose-lowering medicines and insulin shots.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects and increase the risk of developing low blood sugar levels.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Animal studies of Victoza Solution For Injection showed harmful effects on the foetus. It is advised to use Victoza Solution For Injection in pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk. Please consult your doctor before starting Victoza Solution For Injection if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is no sufficient data on how Victoza Solution For Injection affects breastfeeding. It is safe to seek medical advice before you start Victoza Solution For Injection if you are lactating.

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Driving

Caution

Your driving may be affected if your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. Do not drive or operate machinery if you also experience blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment when prescribed Victoza Solution For Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases when you are prescribed Victoza Solution For Injection.

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Children

Caution

Victoza Solution For Injection is advised to be only used in children above 10 years of age. Your doctor may provide further information on the dosage for your child.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No.32, 47-50, EPIP Area, Whitefield, Bangalore - 560 066
Other Info - VIC0265

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FAQs

Victoza Solution For Injection is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Victoza Solution For Injection contains Liraglutide that increases the insulin release from the pancreas after meals when your body has high blood glucose levels. Thus, Victoza Solution For Injection helps in lowering the blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Victoza Solution For Injection may cause low blood sugar levels (hypoglycaemia) and can make you hungry, dizzy, irritable, confused, anxious, or shaky. Hence, it is advised to take Victoza Solution For Injection with a meal. To immediately treat hypoglycaemia, it is advised to eat or drink fast-acting sugar sources like fruit juices, hard candy, raisins, or non-diet soda.
Your doctor may advise Victoza Solution For Injection with or without other medications to control your blood sugar levels. However, it is advised to avoid simultaneous use of Victoza Solution For Injection with prandial insulin (mealtime insulin). If you are also using insulin, take Victoza Solution For Injection and insulin injections separately. Please do not mix them. You can inject both injections in the same body region, but the injection sites should not be next to each other.
Victoza Solution For Injection should be used with caution in heart, kidney or liver diseases, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), stomach disorders like gastroparesis (delayed gastric emptying), high cholesterol levels, gallbladder problems, and depression. Victoza Solution For Injection is contraindicated in patients with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (tumours in thyroid and parathyroid glands) and personal or family history of thyroid cancer.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
Store the unused Victoza Solution For Injection pen in a refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C. After its initial use, store Victoza Solution For Injection at room temperature of 15°C to 30°C or in refrigerator and use within 30 days. Do not freeze Victoza Solution For Injection. Do not use Victoza Solution For Injection if it is frozen.
It doesn't matter whether you take Co-codamol in the morning or at night as long as you take it at the same time every day. No specific time is better for everyone, so choose the time that works best with your routine. The key is maintaining consistency so your body gets the proper medication daily.
Before injecting Victoza Solution For Injection, several things need to be checked. Your healthcare provider will assess whether you have any allergies to its components or a history of thyroid problems, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), depression, or any heart, kidney, or liver diseases. They may also check your blood sugar levels and confirm that you are not pregnant. It is important to discuss any other health conditions or medications you are currently taking with your doctor.
To inject Victoza Solution For Injection, you should first wash your hands. Next, prepare the pen by attaching a new needle. Choose an injection site on your thigh, abdomen, or upper arm, and clean the area with an alcohol swab. Pinch the skin, insert the needle at a 90-degree angle, and then press the injection button to administer the dose. Finally, dispose of the needle properly. Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for the correct dose and technique.
Besides treating type 2 diabetes mellitus, Victoza Solution For Injection can also be used to manage obesity. It helps with weight loss by delaying stomach emptying time and reducing appetite. Your doctor will determine the appropriate use based on your health needs.
You should know that Victoza Solution For Injection is a medication used to manage type 2 diabetes and assist with weight loss. To ensure its safe and effective use, you must follow your doctor’s instructions carefully, including the recommended dosage and timing. Monitoring your blood sugar regularly and keeping it within a healthy range is crucial. Your doctor may adjust the dosage as needed. Be aware of potential side effects, such as low blood sugar, sudden changes in mood or behaviour, or thyroid problems. Drink plenty of water, as this medication may cause dehydration. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience excessive thirst, frequent urination, or fatigue. Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver, kidney, or heart problems. Also, inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, including supplements and herbal products, to avoid possible interactions.
The common side effects of Victoza Solution For Injection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, decreased appetite, stomach upset, constipation, headache, fatigue, rash, and dizziness. These side effects are usually temporary, and not everyone will experience them. In most cases, they resolve on their own without the need for medical treatment. However, if you experience any side effects that are bothersome or persistent, it is advisable to consult your doctor for further advice and management.

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