Bietta

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 Byetta? Bietta is a common misspelling of Byetta.
 
If you have type 2 diabetes, your healthcare provider may prescribe Byetta® (exenatide) to help control your blood sugar levels. Byetta works by increasing the insulin production in response to meals and by decreasing the amount of sugar produced by the liver. There are some potential side effects with Byetta, including diarrhea, dizziness, and nausea. Byetta comes in an injection form and is taken twice daily. In order for Byetta to work properly, you must take it as prescribed.
 
(Click Byetta for more details on what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking Byetta, potential overdose symptoms, and tips on taking the medication.)
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;