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Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Levemir  Levemir has 10 Side Effects total
6 are Life Threatening
2 Occur Most Frequently
Uses of Levemir |
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| | Levemir is also known by the generic name Insulin Detemir
USES:
This man-made insulin is very similar to human insulin. It has been changed so that it acts longer than regular human insulin, providing a low, steady level of insulin. It is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke.
Insulin detemir may be used in combination with a shorter-acting insulin (regular), but they should not be mixed together in the same injection. In some people with diabetes, insulin may be used alone or with other diabetes drugs (e.g., sulfonylureas like glyburide).
People with diabetes do not make enough insulin for their body to properly use the sugar in food. Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and using your insulin as directed can help you live an active and healthy life.
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Levemir has 6 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects |
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| | Critical Seriousness - Allergic Reaction caused by a Drug - Hypersensitivity Drug Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir Critical Seriousness - Low Blood Sugar - Hypoglycemic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Levemir |
Levemir has 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects |
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| | Abnormal Fat Distribution - Lipodystrophy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Levemir Signs and Symptoms at Injection Site - Injection Site Sequelae is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Levemir |
Levemir Drug-Drug Interactions |
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| | Levemir has interactions of severe seriousness with 0 drug(s):
Levemir has interactions of serious seriousness with 20 drug(s).
Levemir has interactions of moderate seriousness with 491 drug(s).
Levemir has interactions of unknown seriousness with 160 drug(s).
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Levemir has 11 Condition Contraindications |
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| | If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Levemir.
Levemir Subcutaneous Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)
Relative Contraindications 
Hypoglycemic Disorder - Low Blood Sugar is a contraindication of Levemir.
Hypokalemia - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood is a contraindication of Levemir.
Contraindication Warnings
Celiac Disease - Failure of Small Intestines to Digest and Absorb Food is a contraindication of Levemir.
Disease of Liver - Liver Problems is a contraindication of Levemir.
Eating Disorders - Eating Disorder is a contraindication of Levemir.
High Fever >101 Degrees Fahrenheit - Body Temperature More Than 101 Degrees F is a contraindication of Levemir.
Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Levemir.
Hypothyroidism - Underactive Thyroid is a contraindication of Levemir.
Renal Disease - Kidney Disease is a contraindication of Levemir.
Trauma - Injury is a contraindication of Levemir.
Vomiting - Throwing Up is a contraindication of Levemir. |
Levemir has 4 related brands and strengths: |
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| | Insulin Detemir 100 Unit/Ml Sub-Q
Insulin Detemir 100 Unit/Ml Sub-Q Pen
Levemir 100 Unit/Ml Sub-Q
Levemir Flexpen 100 Unit/Ml Sub-Q Insulin Pen
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Levemir - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include headache, sweating, shakiness, increased hunger, vision changes, nervousness, tiredness, seizures, loss of consciousness.
Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.
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