Insulin Detemir
LEVEMIR
Levemir Flexpen 100U/mL 3mL
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
For this product, a doctor's prescription is required. Please do not forget to attach a copy of your valid prescription(.jpeg, bmp, gif, jpg, jpeg, jpe, jif, jfif, jfi, png, wbmp, xbm, tiff format). After you have placed your order, our pharmacist will be in touch to confirm your order and validate your prescription. Please present the original copy of your prescription upon the arrival of your order.
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| PRODUCT DETAILS | |
| Brand Name | Levemir® FlexPen® |
| Generic Name | Insulin detemir |
| Strength | 1 ml of the solution contains 100 U of insulin detemir (equivalent to 14.2 mg) |
| Dosage Form | Solution for injection in pre-filled pen |
| Indication/Usage | Treatment of diabetes mellitus in adults, adolescents and children aged 1 year and above. |
| Dosage and Administration | Levemir® is a soluble, basal insulin analogue with a prolonged duration of effect (up to 24 hours). Levemir® can be used alone as the basal insulin or in combination with bolus insulin. Use once daily when administered in combination with oral antidiabetic medicinal products and/or GLP-1 receptor agonists, initially at a dose of 0.1–0.2 U/kg, or of 10 U in adult patients. The dose of Levemir® should be titrated based on the individual patient’s needs. When a GLP-1 receptor agonist is added to Levemir®, it is recommended to reduce the dose of Levemir® by 20%. Subsequently, dosage should be adjusted individually. When Levemir® is used as part of a basal-bolus insulin regimen, Levemir® should be administered once or twice daily depending on the patient’s needs. The dose of Levemir® should be adjusted individually. Transfer to Levemir® from intermediate or long-acting insulin products may require adjustment of dose and timing of administration and close glucose monitoring is recommended. Special Populations (with glucose monitoring): Can be used in elderly patients and patients with renal or hepatic impairment with dosage adjusted on an individual basis. Levemir® can be used in adolescents and children from the age of 1 year. For subcutaneous use only. |
| Warning and Precautions | Inadequate dosing or discontinuation of treatment, especially in type 1 diabetes, may lead to hyperglycaemia and diabetic ketoacidosis. Hypoglycaemia may result from omission of a meal or unplanned strenuous physical exercise, and may occur if the insulin dose is too high in relation to the insulin requirement. Transferring a patient to another type or brand (e.g. strength or manufacturer) of insulin should be done under strict medical supervision and may require a change in dosage. As with any insulin therapy, injection site reactions may occur and include pain, redness, hives, inflammation, bruising, swelling and itching. Cases of congestive heart failure have been reported when thiazolidinediones were used in combination with insulin, especially in patients with risk factors for development of congestive heart failure. Thiazolidinediones should be discontinued if any deterioration in cardiac symptoms occurs. Avoid accidental mix-ups between Levemir® and other insulin products. Formation of insulin antibodies upon administration of insulin. |
| Contraindication | Hypersensitivity to the active substances or to any of the excipients. |
| Requires prescription? | Yes |
| Storage Conditions | Before opening: Store in a refrigerator (2°C – 8°C). Do not freeze. After first opening or carried as a spare: The product may be stored for a maximum of 6 weeks. Do not store above 30°C. Can be stored in a refrigerator (2°C – 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Manufacturer | Novo Nordisk A/S |
| Regulatory Classification | Prescription |
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