Refrigerated LEVEMIR® vials should be discarded 42 days after initial use. Unrefrigerated LEVEMIR® vials should be discarded 42 days after they are first kept out of the refrigerator.
How is Levemir dispensed?
As with all insulins, injection sites should be rotated within the same region (abdomen, thigh, or deltoid) from one injection to the next to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. LEVEMIR can be injected subcutaneously in the thigh, abdominal wall, or upper arm.
Why is levemir being discontinued?
Levemir is a long-acting insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It is currently available in vials, FlexPens, and now FlexTouch pens. Why is the FlexPen being phased out? The FlexPen is being phased out because the manufacturer Novo NorDisk has come up with a new pen design, the FlexTouch, which is easier to use.Jul 2, 2014
Keep the opened (in use) LEVEMIR® FlexTouch® away from direct heat and light at room temperature, below 30°C (86°F). Unrefrigerated LEVEMIR® FlexTouch® should be discarded 42 days after they are first kept out of the refrigerator.
How long does it take for Levemir to lower blood sugar?
It starts working several hours after injection and continues working for up to 24 hours. Most people will only need to inject Levemir (insulin detemir) once daily.
Why is Levemir being discontinued?
Levemir is a long-acting insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It is currently available in vials, FlexPens, and now FlexTouch pens. Why is the FlexPen being phased out? The FlexPen is being phased out because the manufacturer Novo NorDisk has come up with a new pen design, the FlexTouch, which is easier to use.Jul 2, 2014
How do you know when a Levemir FlexPen is empty?
Push the injection button until you see 0 in the dose window. You should see a drop or stream of insulin at the end of the needle. This means the pen is ready to use. Repeat steps 7 and 8 one or two more times if you need to, until you see a drop of insulin.