Levemir Pens

Levemir is a long-acting insulin used to help manage blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It helps give patients around-the-clock insulin coverage to support better glycemic control in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Patients shopping at Insulin Outlet can get Levemir from a licensed Canadian pharmacy partner with up to 80% savings compared to typical U.S. prices. Thousands of patients are already doing so. This helps make diabetes medications like Levemir more affordable to those who need them.

Levemir is a type of injectable medication that uses insulin detemir. It is indicated for diabetes management in both adult and pediatric populations. It may be found in either the form of a cartridge or a pre-filled pen. This long-acting insulin may be used by itself as a basal insulin or combined with a different mealtime insulin or some diabetes medications.

• This medication provides patients with long-lasting control.
• Levemir is compatible with other insulin medications and diabetes drugs.
• Studies found that Levemir lowers blood sugar as effectively as insulin NPH.
• There are less nighttime low blood sugar episodes and weight gain associated with this medication compared to other insulin medications.

Levemir is a U-100 strength medication. It often comes in 3 mL prefilled pens or 10 mL vials which are to be used with a syringe. This medication is designed to be taken daily. The amount the patient will be prescribed depends on the specific type of diabetes it is being used to treat and other personal factors. However, patients are usually started on lower doses which are gradually increased over time.

Patients taking this medication should always check the insulin label before use to confirm it is the correct medication. Patients should then:

• Make sure the liquid being used is clear, free of particles, and without color
• Prep the pen and attach a new needle
• Dial the correct dose
• Inject the medication into the correct area beneath the skin (use an approved injection site and do not repeatedly use the same site)
• Remove the needle and dispose of it in the proper container

The patient should check their blood sugar regularly while taking this medication (especially when there are dose or other changes).

Common Side Effects

There are a few different side effects for this medication that have been commonly reported by patients using it. These include those such as:

• Reactions at the site of the injection
• Weight gain
• The development of rashes or skin irritation
• Thickening of the skin or pitting at the injection site
• Swelling of the hands/feet
• Itchiness

Severe Side Effects

Some more serious and sometimes life-threatening side effects may also be experienced in some patients using this medication. However, these occur much more rarely. This includes side effects such as:

• Hypoglycemia
• Hypokalemia
• Severe allergic reactions
• Heart failure (particularly when this medication is being used in combination with thiazolidinediones)

Medical attention should be sought immediately if the patient experiences any of these severe side effects.

Patients who take too much insulin should immediately check their blood sugar level. They may be able to use a home remedy such as drinking a half cup of soda or juice that has been sweetened. Consuming sugary foods – like hard candy – may also be able to help. Patients whose blood sugar levels stay too low should seek out immediate medical attention.

Missed doses of this medication should be taken as soon as they are remembered and the following dose should be taken 12 hours later (if it is twice-daily doses). Patients should consult their doctor with any questions or medical concerns.

Store this medication in the refrigerator at a temperature between 36°F and 46°F (between 2°C and 8°C) before opening. This medication should not be frozen or stored near a cooling element. Patients can choose whether to continue storing this medication in the refrigerator or at room temperature (below 30°C/86°F) after first use. This medication must be used within a 42-day period. Pens should be recapped in between uses and this medication should never be placed in direct light.

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