Injectable Medications (Non-Insulin)

Injectable Medications (non-insulin)

If your diabetes cannot be managed with diet and exercise, you may need medication. Diabetes medications can be taken by mouth or injected through the skin. All medications for diabetes work differently. You may be on more than one medication.

NOTE: While people with type 1 diabetes must take insulin, there are times when additional therapies may play a role

The following medication lists may not be inclusive of all diabetes medications, depending on FDA approval times. Please consult with your healthcare provider regarding any medications or the use of additional therapies.

type 2 injected medications (non-insulin)

Brand Name	Generic Name	Drug Class	How It Works	Side Effects
Symlin	Pramlintide	Amylin (not available as a generic)	Slows food moving through the stomach. Also indicated for type 1 diabetes.	Low glucose, nausea, vomiting
Eperzan, Trulicity Byetta Bydureon, Bydureon BCise Victoza Adlyxin Ozempic	Dulaglutide Exenatide Exenatide extended release Liraglutide Lixisenatide Semaglutide	GLP-1 receptor agonists (not available as a generic)	Helps release insulin when blood glucose is high and lower the amount of glucose produced by the liver.	Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
Mounjaro	Tirzepatide	GIP & GLP-1 RA	Increases insulin secretion and slows gastric emptying.	Nausea, diarrhea, decreased appetite, constipation, indigestion; pancreatits

Always take your medication as prescribed. Talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist to understand how to use your prescription medications safely and effectively. According to ADA, glucose targets are individualized based on patient age and with presence of diabetes related complications.