MedDataToolAfrezza is an inhaled insulin used to help adults with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. It works by allowing your body to use sugar from the food you eat more effectively. You take it by inhaling it at the start of each meal, starting with a dose of 4 units, and the maximum dose can go up to 16 units per meal, depending on your needs. It's important to know that Afrezza should not be used if you have chronic lung diseases like asthma or COPD, as it can cause serious breathing problems. Additionally, if you are taking bronchodilators, like albuterol, it may affect how well Afrezza works.
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Uses
- Improve glycemic control in adult patients with diabetes mellitus.
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Dosage
Administer AFREZZA via oral inhalation using the AFREZZA inhaler.
Take AFREZZA at the beginning of each meal.
Initial dosage is 4 units for insulin-naïve patients.
Adjust dosage based on blood glucose monitoring and metabolic needs.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
hypoglycemiacoughthroat pain or irritationacute bronchospasm
Serious
decline in lung functionlung cancerdiabetic ketoacidosishypersensitivity reactions
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Not recommended for treating diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Not for patients who smoke or recently stopped smoking.
- Risk of acute bronchospasm in patients with chronic lung disease.
- Perform lung function tests before starting AFREZZA.
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Drug interactions
- Antidiabetic agentsmay increase hypoglycemia riskCaution
- Corticosteroidsmay decrease AFREZZA's glucose-lowering effectCaution
- Albuterolmay increase insulin levels after AFREZZACaution
- Alcoholmay affect blood glucose levelsCaution
- Beta-blockersmay mask hypoglycemia symptoms.Caution
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).