Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is Tanzeum. It helps improve blood sugar levels in patients who have type 2 diabetes. 
Tanzeum is injected under the skin with a very small needle. It is given one time each week, on the same day of the week. You should use Tanzeum exactly as your doctor tells you to. 

You should feel confident with your training on injections. Remember to always rotate injection sites, and never use a needle more than once. If you have questions, your doctor or pharmacist can help. 

At first, many patients have nausea or diarrhea. You should drink plenty of fluids so you do not get dehydrated. Other common side effects include a cough, symptoms of a cold, back pain, and reactions at the injection site. These effects are normal if they are mild, and should go away. 

Low blood sugar could also happen. Symptoms include feeling shaky, irritable, lightheaded or sweaty. Low blood sugar can also affect your concentration and reaction time. Just be aware of this before you do activities that require you to be alert, like driving. 

Your doctor will tell you when to check your blood sugar level. Be sure to ask what your goal is, and how to treat it if it is low or high.

As with any medicine, rare but serious side effects could occur. With Tanzeum, these include inflammation in the pancreas, allergic reactions, kidney problems, and possible tumors of the thyroid. You should read the Medication Guide for full information. To keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow you closely. 

For best results with Tanzeum, please be sure to follow the diet and exercise program that your doctor recommends.