Trulicity (Dulaglutide) What does it do and how do I use it?

Trulicity is like a helper that helps your body control its blood sugar better.

Imagine your body is a car, and blood sugar is like the gas in the tank. Sometimes, the car uses too much gas, or doesn’t use it well, which makes it hard to keep going smoothly. Trulicity is like a special kind of fuel that helps the car run more efficiently.

It works by telling your body to slow down how fast it adds gas (sugar) into the tank, and also helps you burn more gas when you need it. This keeps things balanced.

How You Use It

Using Trulicity is like giving your body a weekly pep talk. You take a little shot once a week, kind of like getting a sticker on your hand every week to remind you that you’re doing great!

You can choose where to put the shot, on your stomach, thigh, or even your upper arm, just like choosing your favorite place to sit in class.

Once you start using it, your body will get better at keeping blood sugar levels steady, and you’ll feel more comfortable driving (or living) through the day.

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Examples

  1. A person with type 2 diabetes uses Trulicity once a week to help their body manage blood sugar better.
  2. Imagine your body needs a helper to produce insulin; Trulicity is like that helper working every week.
  3. If you have trouble controlling your blood sugar, taking Trulicity helps your body make more insulin.

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