About INSULIN DETERMIR 100 U/ML
Long-acting insulin analogue
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Usual adult dose
Individualized and injected under the skin once or twice daily, often with meals or at bedtime.
Usual dose in children
For children with diabetes: individualized, usually once or twice daily under the skin.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Rarely, allergic reactions or low blood potassium
Important warnings
- Insulin doses may need adjustment with changes in meals, activity, illness, or other medicines.
- Do not share injection pens, even when changing needles.
- Severe low blood sugar can cause seizures or unconsciousness.
- Do not mix or dilute unless specifically directed.
Pregnancy
Insulin detemir may be used during pregnancy when needed; insulin requirements can change throughout pregnancy and after delivery.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding; insulin needs may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low-blood-sugar risk.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics can raise blood sugar.
- Beta blockers may mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Alcohol can increase the risk of low blood sugar.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.