About insulin degludec + insulin aspart
Long- and rapid-acting insulin combination
Used for
- Improves blood glucose control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Individualized and injected under the skin, usually once or twice daily with meals; dose depends on glucose levels and treatment plan.
Usual dose in children
Individualized; typically injected under the skin once or twice daily with meals, as prescribed.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Swelling of hands or feet
Important warnings
- Low blood sugar can be severe; meal timing and glucose monitoring matter.
- Do not share pens, even when needles are changed.
- Do not mix with other insulins or use in an insulin pump.
- Dose changes require care during illness, activity changes, or altered food intake.
Pregnancy
Insulin requirements may change during pregnancy; maintaining glucose control is important. Use under clinician supervision.
Breastfeeding
Insulin can be used during breastfeeding; dose needs may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Beta blockers can mask some signs of low blood sugar.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics may raise blood glucose.
- Alcohol may increase or prolong 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.