Dulaglutide vs Exenatide

Dulaglutide (brand name Trulicity) and Exenatide (brand names Byetta and Bydureon) are both GLP-1 receptor agonists, a type of medication that helps control blood sugar. Dulaglutide is FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes and reduce cardiovascular risk, while Exenatide is approved only for type 2 diabetes. Dulaglutide is given as a once-weekly injection, whereas Exenatide comes in two forms: a twice-daily injection (Byetta) and a once-weekly injection (Bydureon).

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