Lixisenatide and Metozolv ODT

• Generic Name: lixisenatide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Adlyxin

Lixisenatide is an injectable diabetes medicine that helps control blood sugar levels. This medication helps your pancreas produce insulin more efficiently.

Lixisenatide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. Lixisenatide is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Lixisenatide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metoclopramide
• Dosage Forms: tablet, orally disintegrating
• Other Brand Names: Metozolv ODT, Reglan

Metozolv ODT (metoclopramide orally disintegrating tablets) increases muscle contractions in the upper digestive tract. This speeds up the rate at which the stomach empties into the intestines.

Metozolv ODT is is a prescription medicine used in adults for 4 to 12 weeks to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux in people who have used other medications without relief.

Metozolv ODT is also used to treat gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying) in people with diabetes, which can cause heartburn and stomach discomfort after meals.

Metozolv ODT is supplied as a tablet that melts in your mouth.