PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Levemir 100IU/ml Flexpen is a long-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children. It provides a steady level of insulin in the body for an entire day and helps control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent complications of diabetes.
Levemir 100IU/ml Flexpen can be prescribed by itself or along with a fast-acting type of insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the most benefit. If you stop taking it your blood sugar levels may rise very high and put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver or heart problems before starting treatment. It is generally regarded as safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women, if it has been prescribed by a doctor.
BENEFITS OF LEVEMIR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
In Treatment of Diabetes
Levemir 100IU/ml Flexpen is a long-acting type of insulin that provides steady, all-day sugar control. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your cells so your body can use it for energy. Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs.
You will need to learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
HOW TO USE LEVEMIR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
HOW LEVEMIR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
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Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Breast feeding
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Driving
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Kidney
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
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Liver
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
INTERACTION WITH DRUGS
- ASPIRIN
- BUDESONIDE+FORMOTEROL
- METOPROLOL
- FUROSEMIDE