Levemir (insulin detemir) prescription available online

Levemir is a form of man-made insulin, a hormone produced in the body. Insulin functions by lowering levels of glucose (blood sugar).

Levemir is used for blood sugar control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. Levemir is available only by prescription. It is available in a generic formulation and under different brand names, including insulin detemir.

Levemir may be prescribed as an injection. It’s always important to follow the specific instructions on your prescription, as they can vary based on the formulation and dosage prescribed.

If you're prescribed Levemir, complete the entire course of insulin injections unless your doctor specifically tells you to stop. If you don’t complete your prescription, the insulin injections may not fully treat your diabetes mellitus. 

Levemir has 377 drug interactions. Don’t change what you take without checking with your doctor or pharmacist. That includes other medications or supplements, as well as over-the-counter medicines. 

Possible drug interactions with Levemir include:

• Other insulin therapy, such as pioglitazone or rosiglitazone

• Metformin

• Certain oral contraceptives

• Medications for mental illness and nausea, including monoamine oxidase inhibitors

Avoid sharing your needles or syringes with others. If you share needles, you may develop a severe infection or get a disease, even if the needle looks clean. Avoid medication errors by carefully checking your insulin detemir before each injection.

Drinking alcohol while taking Levemir can lead to hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), depending on how much you drink. Avoid alcohol while taking this medication, mainly if you have poorly controlled diabetes.