Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Seek immediate medical attention or contact the doctor if an overdose of this medicine is suspected. Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels) may occur in case of an overdose with symptoms such as extreme weakness, blurred vision, sweating, trouble speaking, tremors, stomach pain, confusion, etc. In cases of mild hypoglycemic episodes, oral glucose or sugary products can be used to avoid severe hypoglycemia.
Corticosteroids (moderate)
Beta blockers (moderate)
ACE inhibitors (moderate)
Gatifloxacin (severe)
Aspirin (moderate)
This medicine is used in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes mellitus, a lifelong condition in which the pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin to control the blood sugar levels.
This medicine is used in the treatment of Type II Diabetes Mellitus, a lifelong condition in which the insulin produced by the body cannot be used properly by the cells to convert glucose into energy.
Decreased blood glucose levels
Injection site reactions
Allergy (rare)
Blurred vision
Fatigue
Nausea and Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Headache
Sore throat
Dizziness
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Levemir Flexpen Injection 100 IU 5 Pre filled Penx3 mL or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from decreased blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) since it may worsen the patient's condition.