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Trulicity

Dulaglutide · Injection, Solution

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Overview

Brand name
Trulicity
Generic name
Dulaglutide
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Subcutaneous
Marketing category
BLA · BLA
Labeler
A-S Medication Solutions
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
4
NDC product codes
11
Packages
11
Data completeness
81% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

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Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Dulaglutide .75 mg/.5mL 1551295 —
Dulaglutide 1.5 mg/.5mL 1551295 —
Dulaglutide 3 mg/.5mL 1551295 —
Dulaglutide 4.5 mg/.5mL 1551295 —

Forms, strengths and routes

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Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Subcutaneous
Presentations
22

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
GLP-1 Receptor Agonist [EPC] EPC All 15 members
Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 [CS] CS All 12 members
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Agonists [MoA] MoA All 15 members

Regulatory status

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Application number
125469
Application type
BLA · Biologics License Application
Approval date
September 18, 2014
Sponsor
ELI LILLY AND CO
Products on application
4
Submissions recorded
22
Products approved under application 125469.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
125469-001 TRULICITY INJECTABLE DULAGLUTIDE Prescription —
125469-002 TRULICITY INJECTABLE DULAGLUTIDE Prescription —
125469-003 TRULICITY INJECTABLE DULAGLUTIDE Prescription —
125469-004 TRULICITY INJECTABLE DULAGLUTIDE Prescription —

Approval history

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Most recent submissions on application 125469.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 65 Labeling Approved March 12, 2026 Standard
Supplement 63 Labeling Approved May 28, 2025 Standard
Supplement 62 Labeling Approved November 1, 2024 901 Required
Supplement 61 Labeling Approved November 1, 2024 Standard
Supplement 51 Efficacy Approved November 17, 2022 Priority
Supplement 52 Labeling Approved June 10, 2022 901 Required
Supplement 46 Labeling Approved June 10, 2022 Standard
Supplement 44 Labeling Approved September 30, 2021 Standard
Supplement 36 Efficacy Approved September 3, 2020 Standard
Supplement 33 Efficacy Approved February 21, 2020 Standard
Supplement 23 Efficacy Approved January 15, 2019 Standard
Supplement 24 Labeling Approved September 21, 2018 Standard
Supplement 17 Efficacy Approved June 29, 2018 Standard
Supplement 21 REMS Approved December 12, 2017 N/A
Supplement 13 Labeling Approved August 1, 2017 Standard
Supplement 11 Labeling Approved August 1, 2017 Standard
Supplement 8 Efficacy Approved January 27, 2017 Standard
Supplement 7 Efficacy Approved January 27, 2017 Standard
Supplement 4 REMS Approved July 27, 2015 N/A
Supplement 1 Labeling Approved March 9, 2015 901 Required
Supplement 2 Labeling Approved December 19, 2014 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved September 18, 2014 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · March 18, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · March 16, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · March 12, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · June 2, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · May 29, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · November 5, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · November 4, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · November 4, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · November 21, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · November 18, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 15, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 15, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 13, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · June 13, 2022
  • 0 · Supplement · October 4, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · October 1, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · September 8, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · September 4, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · February 25, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · February 24, 2020
  • 0 · Supplement · January 18, 2019
  • 0 · Supplement · January 16, 2019
  • 0 · Supplement · October 15, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · October 1, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · July 13, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · July 6, 2018
  • 0 · Supplement · December 18, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · August 4, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · August 4, 2017
  • 0 · Supplement · August 2, 2017

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260616). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260616 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20250703 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20231209

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS In male and female rats, dulaglutide causes a dose-related and treatment-duration-dependent increase in the incidence of thyroid C-cell tumors (adenomas and carcinomas) after lifetime exposure. It is unknown whether TRULICITY causes thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), in humans as human relevance of dulaglutide-induced rodent thyroid C-cell tumors has not been determined [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 ), and Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )] . TRULICITY is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC and in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Counsel patients regarding the potential risk of MTC with use of TRULICITY and inform them of symptoms of thyroid tumors (e.g., mass in the neck, dysphagia, dyspnea, persistent hoarseness). Routine monitoring of serum calcitonin or using thyroid ultrasound is of uncertain value for early detection of MTC in patients treated with TRULICITY [see Contraindications ( 4 ) and Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . WARNING: RISK OF THYROID C-CELL TUMORS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. Dulaglutide causes thyroid C-cell tumors in rats. It is unknown whether TRULICITY causes thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), in humans as the human relevance of dulaglutide-induced rodent thyroid C-cell tumors has not been determined ( 5.1 , 13.1 ). TRULICITY is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC and in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). Counsel patients regarding the potential risk of MTC and symptoms of thyroid tumors ( 4 , 5.1 ).

Recent Major Changes

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Warnings and Precautions Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions ( 5.6 ) 11/2024 Warnings and Precautions Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation ( 5.9 ) 11/2024

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRULICITY ® is indicated: As an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. To reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (cardiovascular death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke) in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus who have established cardiovascular disease or multiple cardiovascular risk factors. TRULICITY ® is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated ( 1 ): As an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients 10 years of age and older with type 2 diabetes mellitus. To reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus who have established cardiovascular disease or multiple cardiovascular risk factors. Limitations of Use: Has not been studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis. Consider other antidiabetic therapies in these patients ( 1 , 5.2 ). Not for treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus ( 1 ). Not recommended in patients with severe gastrointestinal disease, including severe gastroparesis ( 1 , 5.6 ). Limitations of Use TRULICITY: Has not been studied in patients with a history of pancreatitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Consider other antidiabetic therapies in patients with a history of pancreatitis. Should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Has not been studied in patients with severe gastrointestinal disease, including severe gastroparesis and is therefore not recommended in these patients [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] .

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Adult Dosage ( 2.1 ) Recommended starting dosage is 0.75 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. After 4 weeks, the dosage may be increased to 1.5 mg once weekly for additional glycemic control. If additional glycemic control is needed, increase dosage in 1.5 mg increments after at least 4 weeks on the current dosage. Maximum recommended dosage is 4.5 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. Pediatric Dosage ( 2.2 ) Recommended starting dosage is 0.75 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. If additional glycemic control is needed, increase dosage to the maximum recommended dosage of 1.5 mg once weekly after at least 4 weeks on the 0.75 mg dosage. Recommendations Regarding Missed Dose ( 2.3 ) If a dose is missed, administer the missed dose as soon as possible if there are at least 3 days (72 hours) until the next scheduled dose. Important Administration Instructions ( 2.4 ) Administer once weekly at any time of day with or without food. Inject subcutaneously in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. 2.1 Adult Dosage The recommended starting dosage of TRULICITY is 0.75 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. Follow the dosage escalation below to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )]. After 4 weeks, the dosage may be increased to 1.5 mg once weekly for additional glycemic control. If additional glycemic control is needed, increase the dosage in 1.5 mg increments after at least 4 weeks on the current dosage. The maximum recommended dosage is 4.5 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. 2.2 Pediatric Dosage The recommended starting dosage of TRULICITY is 0.75 mg injected subcutaneously once weekly. If additional glycemic control is needed, increase the dosage to the maximum recommended dosage of 1.5 mg once weekly after at least 4 weeks on the 0.75 mg dosage to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal adverse reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . 2.3 Recommendations Regarding Missed Dose If a dose is missed, instruct patients to administer the dose as soon as possible if there are at least 3 days (72 hours) until the next scheduled dose. If less than 3 days remain before the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and administer the next dose on the regularly scheduled day. In each case, patients can then resume their regular once weekly dosing schedule. The day of weekly administration can be changed, if necessary, as long as the last dose was administered 3 or more days before the new day of administration. 2.4 Important Administration Instructions Prior to initiation, train patients and caregivers on proper injection technique [see Instructions for Use] . Administer TRULICITY once weekly, any time of day, with or without food. Inject TRULICITY subcutaneously in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm. Rotate injection sites with each dose. Inspect TRULICITY visually before use. It should appear clear and colorless. Do not use TRULICITY if particulate matter or coloration is seen. When using TRULICITY with insulin, administer as separate injections and never mix. It is acceptable to inject TRULICITY and insulin in the same body region, but the injections should not be adjacent to each other.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: TRULICITY is a clear and colorless solution available as: 0.75 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen 1.5 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen 3 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen 4.5 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen Injection: 0.75 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen ( 3 ) Injection: 1.5 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen ( 3 ) Injection: 3 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen ( 3 ) Injection: 4.5 mg/0.5 mL solution in a single-dose pen ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS TRULICITY is contraindicated in patients with: Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Serious hypersensitivity reaction to dulaglutide or to any of the product components. Serious hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic reactions and angioedema have been reported with TRULICITY [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . Patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 ( 4 , 5.1 ). Patients with a serious hypersensitivity reaction to dulaglutide or any of the product components ( 4 , 5.4 ).

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Thyroid C-cell Tumors: See Boxed Warning ( 5.1 ). Acute Pancreatitis: Has been observed in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including TRULICITY. Discontinue if pancreatitis is suspected ( 5.2 ). Hypoglycemia: Concomitant use with an insulin secretagogue or insulin may increase the risk of hypoglycemia, including severe hypoglycemia. Reducing the dose of insulin secretagogue or insulin may be necessary ( 5.3 ). Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and angioedema) have occurred. Discontinue TRULICITY and promptly seek medical advice ( 5.4 ). Acute Kidney Injury Due to Volume Depletion: Monitor renal function in patients reporting adverse reactions that could lead to volume depletion ( 5.5 ). Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions: Use may be associated with gastrointestinal adverse reactions, sometimes severe. TRULICITY is not recommended in patients with severe gastroparesis ( 5.6 ). Diabetic Retinopathy Complications: Have been reported in a cardiovascular outcomes trial. Monitor patients with a history of diabetic retinopathy ( 5.7 ). Acute Gallbladder Disease: If cholelithiasis or cholecystitis are suspected, gallbladder studies are indicated ( 5.8 ). Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation: Has been reported in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures. Instruct patients to inform healthcare providers of any planned surgeries or procedures ( 5.9 ). 5.1 Risk of Thyroid C-cell Tumors In male and female rats, dulaglutide causes a dose-related and treatment-duration-dependent increase in the incidence of thyroid C-cell tumors (adenomas and carcinomas) after lifetime exposure [see Nonclinical Toxicology ( 13.1 )] . Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists have induced thyroid C-cell adenomas and carcinomas in mice and rats at clinically relevant exposures. It is unknown whether TRULICITY will cause thyroid C-cell tumors, including medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), in humans, as the human relevance of dulaglutide-induced rodent thyroid C-cell tumors has not been determined. One case of MTC was reported in a patient treated with TRULICITY in a clinical trial. This patient had pretreatment calcitonin levels approximately 8 times the upper limit of normal (ULN). An additional case of C-cell hyperplasia with elevated calcitonin levels following treatment was reported in the cardiovascular outcomes trial (REWIND). Cases of MTC in patients treated with liraglutide, another GLP-1 receptor agonist, have been reported in the postmarketing period; the data in these reports are insufficient to establish or exclude a causal relationship between MTC and GLP-1 receptor agonist use in humans. TRULICITY is contraindicated in patients with a personal or family history of MTC or in patients with MEN 2. Counsel patients regarding the potential risk for MTC with the use of TRULICITY and inform them of symptoms of thyroid tumors (e.g. a mass in the neck, dysphagia, dyspnea, persistent hoarseness). Routine monitoring of serum calcitonin or using thyroid ultrasound is of uncertain value for early detection of MTC in patients treated with TRULICITY. Such monitoring may increase the risk of unnecessary procedures, due to the low test specificity for serum calcitonin and a high background incidence of thyroid disease. Significantly elevated serum calcitonin values may indicate MTC and patients with MTC usually have calcitonin values >50 ng/L. If serum calcitonin is measured and found to be elevated, the patient should be further evaluated. Patients with thyroid nodules noted on physical examination or neck imaging should also be further evaluated. 5.2 Acute Pancreatitis Acute pancreatitis, including fatal and non-fatal hemorrhagic or necrotizing pancreatitis, has been observed in patients treated with GLP-1 receptor agonists, including TRULICITY [see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )] . …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious reactions are described below or elsewhere in the prescribing information: Risk of Thyroid C-cell Tumors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Acute Pancreatitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Hypoglycemia with Concomitant Use of Insulin Secretagogues or Insulin [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Acute Kidney Injury Due to Volume Depletion [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Severe Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Diabetic Retinopathy Complications in Patients with a History of Diabetic Retinopathy [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Acute Gallbladder Disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Pulmonary Aspiration During General Anesthesia or Deep Sedation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.9 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥5%) are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and decreased appetite ( 6.1 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical studies are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical studies of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical studies of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. Adverse Reactions in the Clinical Trials in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Pool of Adult Placebo-Controlled Trials for TRULICITY 0.75 mg and 1.5 mg Doses The data in Table 1 are derived from a pool of placebo-controlled trials and include 1,670 adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus exposed to TRULICITY with a mean duration of exposure of 23.8 weeks [see Clinical Studies ( 14 )] . The mean age of patients was 56 years, 1% were 75 years or older and 53% were male. The population was 69% White, 7% Black or African American, 13% Asian; 30% were of Hispanic or Latino ethnicity. At baseline, the population had diabetes for an average of 8 years, a mean HbA1c of 8.0%, and 2.5% of the population reported retinopathy. Baseline estimated renal function was normal or mildly impaired (eGFR ≥60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ) in 96%. Table 1 shows adverse reactions, excluding hypoglycemia, occurring in ≥5% of TRULICITY treated adult patients and more commonly than placebo in a pool of placebo-controlled trials. Table 1: Adverse Reactions in Pool of Placebo-Controlled Trials That Occurred in ≥5% of TRULICITY-Treated Adult Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus a Includes diarrhea, fecal volume increased, frequent bowel movements. b Includes retching, vomiting, vomiting projectile. c Includes abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, abdominal pain lower, abdominal pain upper, abdominal tenderness, gastrointestinal pain. d Includes fatigue, asthenia, malaise. Note: Percentages reflect the number of patients that reported at least 1 treatment-emergent occurrence of the adverse reaction. Adverse Reaction Placebo (N=568) % TRULICITY 0.75 mg (N=836) % TRULICITY 1.5 mg (N=834) % Nausea 5.3 12.4 21.1 Diarrhea a 6.7 8.9 12.6 Vomiting b 2.3 6.0 12.7 Abdominal Pain c 4.9 6.5 9.4 Decreased Appetite 1.6 4.9 8.6 Dyspepsia 2.3 4.1 5.8 Fatigue d 2.6 4.2 5.6 Gastrointestinal Adverse Reactions In the pool of placebo-controlled trials, gastrointestinal (GI) adverse reactions occurred more frequently among patients who received TRULICITY compared to patients who received placebo (placebo 21%, 0.75 mg 32%, 1.5 mg 41%). A higher percentage of patients who received TRULICITY 0.75 mg (1.3%) and TRULICITY 1.5 mg (3.5%) discontinued treatment due to GI adverse reactions than patients who received placebo (0.2%). Investigators graded the severity of GI adverse reactions that occurred in those treated with 0.75 mg and 1.5 mg of TRULICITY as “mild” in 58% and 48% of cases, respectively, “moderate” in 35% and 42% of cases, respectively, or “severe” …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Oral Medications: Delays gastric emptying and has the potential to reduce the rate of absorption of concomitantly administered oral medications ( 7.1 , 12.3 ). 7.1 Oral Medications TRULICITY delays gastric emptying and thus has the potential to reduce the rate of absorption of concomitantly administered oral medications. The delay in gastric emptying is dose-dependent but is attenuated with the recommended dose escalation to higher doses of TRULICITY [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 )] . The delay is largest after the first dose and diminishes with subsequent doses. In clinical pharmacology studies, TRULICITY 1.5 mg did not affect the absorption of the tested orally administered medications to a clinically relevant degree [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3 )] . There is limited experience with the use of concomitant medications in clinical trials with TRULICITY doses of 3 mg and 4.5 mg. Monitor drug levels of oral medications with a narrow therapeutic index (e.g., warfarin) when concomitantly administered with TRULICITY. 7.2 Concomitant Use with an Insulin Secretagogue (e.g., Sulfonylurea) or with Insulin When initiating TRULICITY, consider reducing the dose of concomitantly administered insulin secretagogues (such as sulfonylureas) or insulin to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 )].

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Pregnancy: Should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to fetus ( 8.1 ). 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Limited data with TRULICITY in pregnant women are not sufficient to determine a drug-associated risk for major birth defects and miscarriage. There are clinical considerations regarding the risks of poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy [see Clinical Considerations]. Based on animal reproduction studies, there may be risks to the fetus from exposure to dulaglutide during pregnancy. TRULICITY should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. In pregnant rats administered dulaglutide during organogenesis, early embryonic deaths, fetal growth reductions, and fetal abnormalities occurred at systemic exposures at least 6-times human exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 4.5 mg/week. In pregnant rabbits administered dulaglutide during organogenesis, major fetal abnormalities occurred at 5-times human exposure at the MRHD. Adverse embryo/fetal effects in animals occurred in association with decreased maternal weight and food consumption attributed to the pharmacology of dulaglutide [see Data] . The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6–10% in women with pre-gestational diabetes with an HbA1c >7% and has been reported to be as high as 20–25% in women with an HbA1c >10%. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2–4% and 15–20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, pre-eclampsia, spontaneous abortions, preterm delivery and delivery complications. Poorly controlled diabetes increases the fetal risk for major birth defects, stillbirth, and macrosomia-related morbidity. Data Animal Data Pregnant rats given subcutaneous doses of 0.49, 1.63, or 4.89 mg/kg dulaglutide every 3 days during organogenesis had systemic exposures 2-, 6-, and 18-times human exposure at the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) of 4.5 mg/week, respectively, based on plasma area under the time-concentration curve (AUC) comparison. Reduced fetal weights associated with decreased maternal food intake and decreased weight gain attributed to the pharmacology of dulaglutide were observed at ≥1.63 mg/kg. Irregular skeletal ossifications and increases in post-implantation loss also were observed at 4.89 mg/kg. In pregnant rabbits given subcutaneous doses of 0.04, 0.12, or 0.41 mg/kg dulaglutide every 3 days during organogenesis, systemic exposures in pregnant rabbits were 0.5-, 2-, and 5-times human exposure at the MRHD, based on plasma AUC comparison. Fetal visceral malformation of lung lobular agenesis and skeletal malformations of the vertebrae and/or ribs were observed in conjunction with decreased maternal food intake and decreased weight gain attributed to the pharmacology of dulaglutide at 0.41 mg/kg. In a prenatal-postnatal study in F 0 maternal rats given subcutaneous doses of 0.2, 0.49, or 1.63 mg/kg every third day from implantation through lactation, systemic exposures in pregnant rats were 1-, 2-, and 7-times human exposure at the MRHD, based on plasma AUC comparison. F 1 pups from F 0 maternal rats given 1.63 mg/kg dulaglutide had statistically significantly lower mean body weight from birth through postnatal day 63 for males and postnatal day 84 for females. F 1 offspring from F 0 maternal rats receiving 1.63 mg/kg dulaglutide had decreased forelimb and hindlimb grip strength and males had delayed balano-preputial separation. Females had decreased startle response. These physical findings may relate to the decreased size of the offspring relative to controls as they a …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action TRULICITY contains dulaglutide, which is a human GLP-1 receptor agonist with 90% amino acid sequence homology to endogenous human GLP-1 (7-37). Dulaglutide activates the GLP-1 receptor, a membrane-bound cell-surface receptor coupled to adenylyl cyclase in pancreatic beta cells. Dulaglutide increases intracellular cyclic AMP (cAMP) in beta cells leading to glucose-dependent insulin release. Dulaglutide also decreases glucagon secretion and slows gastric emptying.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Dulaglutide is a human glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. The molecule is a fusion protein that consists of 2 identical, disulfide-linked chains, each containing an N-terminal GLP-1 analog sequence covalently linked to the Fc portion of a modified human immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4) heavy chain by a small peptide linker and is produced using mammalian cell (Chinese hamster ovary) culture. The GLP-1 analog portion of dulaglutide is 90% homologous to native human GLP-1 (7-37). Structural modifications were introduced in the GLP-1 part of the molecule responsible for interaction with the enzyme dipeptidyl-peptidase-IV (DPP-4). Additional modifications were made in an area with a potential T-cell epitope and in the areas of the IgG4 Fc part of the molecule responsible for binding the high-affinity Fc receptors and half-antibody formation. The overall molecular weight of dulaglutide is approximately 63 kilodaltons. TRULICITY (dulaglutide) injection is a clear, colorless, sterile, preservative-free solution for subcutaneous use. Each single-dose pen contains a 0.5 mL solution of 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 3 mg, or 4.5 mg of dulaglutide and the following excipients: citric acid anhydrous (0.07 mg), mannitol (23.2 mg), polysorbate 80 (0.10 mg for 0.75 mg and 1.5 mg; 0.125 mg for 3 mg and 4.5 mg), and trisodium citrate dihydrate (1.37 mg), in water for injection.

10 OVERDOSAGE Overdoses have been reported in clinical studies. Effects associated with these overdoses were primarily mild or moderate gastrointestinal events (e.g., nausea, vomiting) and non-severe hypoglycemia. In the event of overdose, consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdosage management recommendations. Initiate appropriate supportive care (including frequent plasma glucose monitoring) according to the patient's clinical signs and symptoms.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied TRULICITY (dulaglutide) injection is a clear and colorless solution supplied in single-dose pens. TRULICITY is packaged in a cardboard outer carton containing 4 single-dose TRULICITY pens and is supplied as follows: Total Strength per Total Volume NDC 0.75 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-1433-80 1.5 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-1434-80 3 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-2236-80 4.5 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-3182-80 16.2 Storage and Handling Store TRULICITY in the refrigerator at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C). If needed, each single-dose pen can be kept at room temperature, not to exceed 86°F (30°C) for a total of 14 days. Do not freeze TRULICITY. Do not use TRULICITY if it has been frozen. Protect TRULICITY from light. Storage of TRULICITY in the original carton is recommended until time of administration.

16.1 How Supplied TRULICITY (dulaglutide) injection is a clear and colorless solution supplied in single-dose pens. TRULICITY is packaged in a cardboard outer carton containing 4 single-dose TRULICITY pens and is supplied as follows: Total Strength per Total Volume NDC 0.75 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-1433-80 1.5 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-1434-80 3 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-2236-80 4.5 mg/0.5 mL NDC 0002-3182-80

Adverse event reports

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88,160
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: DULAGLUTIDE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Recalls

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Drug recall enforcement reports associated with this product.
Classification Reported Firm Reason Status
Class II May 25, 2022 Cardinal Health Inc. TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions Completed
Class II September 1, 2021 Eli Lilly & Company Labeling: Label error on declared strength - autoinjector devices labeled as 0.75 mg / 0.5 mL actually contain 1.5 mg / 0.5 mL of product. Terminated

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
50090-3483-0 50090-3483 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-3483-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE June 18, 2018
50090-3484-0 50090-3484 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-3484-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE June 18, 2018
50090-5467-0 50090-5467 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-5467-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE February 11, 2021
50090-6453-0 50090-6453 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-6453-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE April 27, 2023
50090-6456-0 50090-6456 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-6456-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE May 1, 2023
50090-6571-0 50090-6571 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-6571-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE August 1, 2023
50090-7589-0 50090-7589 A-S Medication Solutions 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-7589-0) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE July 1, 2025
0002-1433-80 0002-1433 Eli Lilly and Company 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-1433-80) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-1433-01) November 7, 2014
0002-1434-80 0002-1434 Eli Lilly and Company 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-1434-80) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-1434-01) November 7, 2014
0002-2236-80 0002-2236 Eli Lilly and Company 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-2236-80) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-2236-01) September 3, 2020
0002-3182-80 0002-3182 Eli Lilly and Company 4 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-3182-80) / .5 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-3182-01) September 3, 2020
50090-3483 50090-3483 A-S Medication Solutions — September 18, 2014
50090-3484 50090-3484 A-S Medication Solutions — September 18, 2014
50090-5467 50090-5467 A-S Medication Solutions — September 3, 2020
50090-6453 50090-6453 A-S Medication Solutions — September 18, 2014
50090-6456 50090-6456 A-S Medication Solutions — September 18, 2014
50090-6571 50090-6571 A-S Medication Solutions — September 3, 2020
50090-7589 50090-7589 A-S Medication Solutions — September 3, 2020
0002-1433 0002-1433 Eli Lilly and Company — September 18, 2014
0002-1434 0002-1434 Eli Lilly and Company — September 18, 2014
0002-2236 0002-2236 Eli Lilly and Company — September 3, 2020
0002-3182 0002-3182 Eli Lilly and Company — September 3, 2020

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