Quantities of GLP-1 mimetics

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It is important to ensure that appropriate quantities of GLP-1 mimetics are prescribed to avoid financial waste and for patient safety reasons. Six GLP-1 mimetics are licensed for diabetes management (PrescQIPP, 2019).

Calculate the number of devices needed for a one month supply for each GLP1 mimetic (Table 1).

Calculate the number of pre-filled pens that would be needed for a one month supply of Exenatide (Byetta) at a dose of 5 micrograms and 10 micrograms.

How many pre-filled pens would be needed for a one-month supply of Exenatide (Byduron) containing a 2 mg powder and solvent for prolonged release injection?

How many pre-filled pens would be needed would be needed for a one month supply of Liraglutide (Victoza) at a dose of 1.2 mg and 1.8 mg?

How many pre-filled pens would be needed would be needed for a one month supply of Lixisenatide (Lyxumia) at a dose of 20 micrograms?