Active Ingredient(s):Insulin Detemir FDA Approved: * June 16, 2005 Pharm Company: *NOVO NORDISK INC Category:Diabetes
Insulin detemir, sold under the brand name Levemir among others, is a long-acting insulin used to treat both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.[6] It is used by injection under the skin.[6] It is effective for up to 24 hours.[6]
Common side effects include low blood sugar, allergic reactions, pain at the site of injection, and weight gain.[6] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding appears safe.[7] It works by increasing the ...
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