Can Byetta be used with insulin?

BYETTA is an injectable prescription medicine that may improve blood sugar (glucose) control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, when used with a diet and exercise program. It can also be used with metformin, a sulfonylurea, a thiazolidinedione or Lantus® (insulin glargine), which is a long-acting insulin.

What needles does Byetta use?

Use 29 (thin), 30, or 31 (thinner) gauge disposable pen needles with your BYETTA Pen. Ask your healthcare professional which needle gauge and length is best for you. Use a new needle for each injection. Remove the needle after completing each injection.

Why must Byetta be injected?

Byetta is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Byetta may be used alone or with other medications. Byetta belongs to a class of drugs called Antidiabetics, Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Agonists.

How do you use Byetta injection?

Byetta is usually injected twice a day, before the morning and evening meals. Do not use after eating a meal. You must use Byetta within 60 minutes (1 hour) before eating. Your Byetta doses should be given at least 6 hours apart.

What kind of needle do you use for BD insulin?

BD Insulin Syringes with BD Ultra-Fine™ needle. Across the diverse range of patient needs and preferences, the portfolio of BD Insulin Syringes with BD Ultra-Fine ™ needle offers you a choice and flexibility in choosing needle lengths and barrel capacities.

What does Byetta injection pen do for diabetes?

Byetta (exenatide) is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medication helps your pancreas produce insulin more efficiently.

Which is the thinner needle for an insulin injection?

For a comfortable injection experience, shorter needle lengths are recommended and preferred. Needle gauge (G) The higher the gauge, the thinner the needle. For example, 32G is thinner than a 31G needle. Insulin Syringe Volume (mL/cc): BD– Your Diabetes Injection Experts SM The shortest, thinnest pen needle – BD Nano 4mm x 32 G

How big is a 30 gauge insulin syringe?

Found in: 30 Gauge Needles and Syringes > 5/16″ 7.9mm Needles and Syringes Found in: Good Neighbor Pharmacy Insulin Syringes > 5/16″ 7.9mm Needles and Syringes Found in: 30 Gauge Needles and Syringes > 5/16″ 7.9mm Needles and Syringes