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Lantus Vs The Other Long Lasting Insulins

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭

I'm on Lantus-20 units at night, Trulicity .75, and Novolog sliding scale. My insurance will no longer pay for Lantus. The alternates are Basaglar, Levemir, and Tresiba. Which one is the best? I hear there is a trial going on for a weekly long lasting insulin. Any thoughts?

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A DiabetesTeam Member

When comparing Lantus (Insulin glargine) to other long-acting insulins, here are some key points based on the knowledge base:

Lantus (Insulin glargine)
- Type: Long-acting insulin
- Administration… read more

Levemir

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Eastchester, NY

Is anyone experiencing high morning bs # after taking Levemir at bedtime, and experiencing weight gain??

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A DiabetesTeam Member

I have moved from Lantus to Toujeo. Only one full daily dose needed, so injections halved. Whee!

I Have Been On Lantus For Several Years Now. My Health Insurance Decided As Of 1/1/23 Lantus Will No Longer Be Covered.

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Maumee, OH

I have been on Lantus for several years now. My Health Insurance decided as of 1/1/23 Lantus will no longer be covered. Anthem suggested Basaglar, Levemir, Toujeo, or Tresiba. Are any of you on these, any pros or cons of each? It is always something.

I am on Humalog for Quick Acting (as far as I know, this is still covered)

Thanks

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A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member Appreciate the info!

Is It Safe To Take My Levemir At Night If My Sugar Is Low Before I Take It?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Columbus, OH

Since Friday I've been on a very strict diabetic diet, following everything dr said to do as my Fasting sugar A1C was 321. Since I've been very strict my sugars are down in the 100's but I had one before supper tonight at 88. That was before my Novolog injection before supper. Two hours after eating it was 125. Great numbers for me but now I'm afraid if I take my slow acting Levemir tonight (80 units) it'll drop too low and I won't know it. any suggestions?

A DiabetesTeam Member

Levemir is slow acting. Doesn't kick in till 4 hours after injection. works all night. I take 32 units and I have taken it when blood sugar was 125. I looked it up on Google. It's suppose to stabilize… read more

I Am On Levemir At Bedtime. I've Gained Weight, Had Itching And Muscle Pain In My Legs. Anyone Else Experience This?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Medford, NY

Since I've been on levimir I've gained weight, had itching and muscle pain in my legs.Has anyone else experienced this?

A DiabetesTeam Member

Good Idea!

I'm Diabetes Over 37 Years,I Take Aprida And Optisulin In The Morning And Evening. So Far I Am Better Now

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Meadowlands zone6
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A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member I am so happy you are doing better! Keep up the good work!

Is Anyone Using Tresiba? Any Concerns Or Side Effects With It? Thanks!

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Castle Rock, CO
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On Day 2 Of Slow Release Insulin. 8 " Clicks" Taken In The Evening. Question Is How Long Before My Morning Blood Level Comes Down.

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Dundee, UK
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A DiabetesTeam Member

It often takes a few days.

If you combine that with:

Eliminating all added sugars in food and drink.

Slowly cutting your carbs.

Increasing gentle exercise outdoors.

Talking with your doctors… read more

My Tresiba Is Not Covered By My Insurance Any More....what Are My Options To Replace......tresiba Works Very Well For Me

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Sandwich, MA
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thanks Graham

Has Anyone Experienced Extreme Fatigue And Shingles From Levemir, Novolog, Glipzide And Metformin

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New Port Richey, FL
A DiabetesTeam Member

Metformin did the opposite on me. I lost 20 pounds within 3 weeks. This was 2012. I did some researching today and metformin interferes with B12 absorption. I have appt with an internist next month… read more