Product Definition
Spartina® is a pharmaceutical preparation containing tirzepatide, a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist, produced by CinnaGen Company under strict manufacturing standards. Spartina® is manufactured as two forms: sterile pre-filled syringe in Physioject™ (autoinjector), and pre-filled pen for subcutaneous use only.
Spartina® is developed and produced at CinnaGen’s pharmaceutical facilities according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines. It is intended exclusively for once-weekly subcutaneous administration in adult patients, using designated injection areas (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm), with site rotation recommended.
The active pharmaceutical ingredient, tirzepatide, is synthesized in-house and formulated in a clear, colorless to slightly yellow solution. This guarantees a consistent and high-quality product suitable for healthcare professional prescription use.
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To improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes, as an adjunct to diet and exercise
Weight Management
For chronic weight management in adults with obesity, or in those with overweight and at least one weight-related comorbid condition (e.g., cardiovascular disease, dyslipidemia, hypertension, OSA, type 2 diabetes mellitus) alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity
Moderate-to-Severe OSA
For the treatment of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity.
Dosage forms
Spartina® is available as Physioject and pen presentations in the following doses:
Mechanism of Action
Tirzepatide is a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist. It exerts its clinical effects through:
- Enhancement of glucose-dependent insulin secretion
- Reduction of glucagon secretion
- Delay of gastric emptying
- Appetite regulation leading to reduced calorie intake
- Weight loss through fat mass reduction while maintaining lean mass proportionally
Safety Profile Summary:
Contraindications
- Personal/family history of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma (MTC)
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)
- Known hypersensitivity to tirzepatide or its components
Warnings and Precautions
- Acute Pancreatitis: Discontinue if suspected/confirmed
- Hypoglycemia: Higher risk with insulin or sulfonylureas; dose adjustment may be needed
- GI Effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea → risk of dehydration/renal issues; ensure hydration
- Caution in Severe GI Disease: Not studied in severe disorders (e.g. gastroparesis); use with caution
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Monitor patients with active/untreated retinopathy or macular edema
- Anaesthesia Risk: Delayed gastric emptying may increase aspiration risk during procedures
How to Store Spartina®
- Keep Spartina® refrigerated at 2-8°C and out of the sight and reach of children.
- Protect the medication from direct sunlight.
- The Spartina® Physioject™ is a single-dose product and is intended for one-time use only.
- The Spartina® pen is a four-dose product and is intended for use by one patient only.
- Do not shake the device.
- Always check the expiry date before use.
- Never heat or freeze the medication.
- Store Spartina® in its original package until use.
Injection Sites for Spartina®
- The abdomen (at least 5 cm away from the belly button).
- The back and sides of the upper arms (halfway between the elbow and shoulder).
- The front of the thighs (approximately 5 cm above the knee and 5 cm below the groin).
- Assistance from another person may be required if injecting into the upper arm.
- Patients can use the same body area each week but should choose a different injection site within that area.
- If insulin is also being injected, a different injection site should be selected for that injection.
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