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Trulicity · Missed dose

Trulicity missed dose

If the next scheduled dose is at least 3 days (72 hours) away, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Otherwise skip it.

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Label ruleIf the next scheduled dose is at least 3 days (72 hours) away, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Otherwise skip it.

Late by how long

How lateDays until next doseWhat the label says
1 day late6Take it now
2 days late5Take it now
3 days late4Take it now
4 days late3Take it now
5 days late2Skip it; take the next dose on your usual day
6 days late1Skip it; take the next dose on your usual day

Assumes a weekly schedule. Ask your pharmacist if you're unsure.

Changing your dose day

You can change the weekly day as long as the last dose was at least 3 days earlier.

If you've missed several doses

Don't restart at your last dose without asking. After a longer gap, prescribers often restart lower to limit stomach side effects. Call your prescriber or pharmacist before the next dose.

Common questions

What happens if I miss a dose of Trulicity?

If the next scheduled dose is at least 3 days (72 hours) away, take the missed dose as soon as possible. Otherwise skip it.

Can I take two doses of Trulicity to catch up?

No. The label doesn't allow doubling up.

Can I change my Trulicity dose day?

You can change the weekly day as long as the last dose was at least 3 days earlier.

Sources

  1. Trulicity prescribing information (FDA label on DailyMed)

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