About insulin icodec
Ultra-long-acting basal insulin
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in adults with diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Usually injected under the skin once weekly; dose is individualized and adjusted using blood sugar results.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Swelling of the hands or feet
Important warnings
- Low blood sugar can be severe and may impair driving.
- Weekly dosing errors can cause prolonged low blood sugar.
- Do not use during an episode of low blood sugar.
- Never share injection pens or needles.
Pregnancy
Insulin needs can change during pregnancy; evidence specific to insulin icodec is limited.
Breastfeeding
Insulin is generally compatible with breastfeeding; insulin icodec-specific evidence is limited.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Beta blockers can mask some low blood sugar symptoms.
- Corticosteroids may raise blood sugar.
- Alcohol may increase low blood sugar risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.