While other insulins are available, youre not going to want to make the switch overnight.
Heres what it’s possible for you to do to prepare if you take Levemir, according to experts.
As of 2019, 62 insulin products had been removed from the market.
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Luckily, there are many alternative insulins, both rapid-acting and long-acting.
Zilbermint highlights Lantus (insulin glargine) as a good option.
Insulin options and dosing will vary from person to person.
However, Zilbermint said endocrinologists typically transition doses one to one.
Theyre similar and work in approximately 24 hours, he said.
After switching insulins, Zilbermint recommends that patients monitor their blood sugar a little more closely.
“Levemir has become one of the main insulins that we use in pregnancy and diabetes, Freeby said.
Now, providers will have to determine which other insulin brand is preferred during pregnancy.
Your endocrinologist can help you make the transition.
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