Description

Trulicity is a medication used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by mimicking the effects of a hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate insulin secretion and appetite.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that patients may refer to Trulicity by its brand name or its generic name, dulaglutide. It is important to maintain a formal tone and avoid colloquial expressions when discussing this medication.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Trulicity to help manage the patient's diabetes.

ES: El médico recetó Trulicity para ayudar a controlar la diabetes del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Trulicity with other diabetes medications; mispronouncing 'Trulicity' as if it were a Spanish word; using informal language when discussing medication.