Exenatide (Byetta)
Category: GLP-1 Agonist
First-in-class GLP-1 receptor agonist derived from Gila monster venom, used for type 2 diabetes.
Half-Life: 2.4 hours
Benefits
- Blood sugar control
- Modest weight loss
- Twice daily or weekly formulations available
- Cardiovascular benefits
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Injection site reactions
- Pancreatitis risk