Exenatide
Also known as: Byetta, Bydureon, Exendin-4
Synthetic exendin-4 (Gila monster venom peptide); GLP-1 receptor agonist that enhances insulin secretion and slows gastric emptying.
- Typical dose
- 5 mcg – 10 mcg
- Frequency
- twice daily
- Route
- Subcutaneous
- Half-life
- 2.4 hours
- Routes
- Subcutaneous
- Status
- FDA-approved for T2 diabetes
Benefits
- Blood sugar control
- Weight loss
- Appetite reduction
- Beta-cell preservation
Dosing
A common research range for Exenatide is 5 mcg to 10 mcg twice daily. Extended-release: 2mg weekly; IR: 5-10mcg BID. These figures are reference points from published literature, not a prescription — your protocol should be set with a licensed provider.
Half-life
Exenatide has an approximate half-life of 2.4 hours. Vial plots the real concentration curve from your logged doses so you can see peak windows and when levels taper.
Storage
2-8°C before first use; room temp up to 30 days after.
Reported side effects
- Nausea (common)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Injection site reactions
Contraindications
- MEN2
- Medullary thyroid carcinoma
- Pancreatitis history
Track Exenatide with Vial
Vial logs every Exenatide dose, plots its half-life curve, calculates reconstitution math, and keeps your whole protocol on schedule — on-device and private. Download Vial on the App Store →
This page is for educational and harm-reduction purposes only. Exenatide is not FDA-approved for most uses described here. Always consult a licensed physician before starting any peptide protocol. Vial does not sell peptides, recommend vendors, or provide medical advice.