PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is an ultra long-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children. It provides a steady level of insulin in the body for an entire day and helps control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent complications of diabetes.

Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill can be prescribed by itself or along with a fast-acting type of insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the most benefit. It is usually taken once daily at the same time every day. However, on occasions when administration at the same time of the day is not possible, it may be taken at a different time of the day. Always ensure that there is a minimum gap of 8 hours between doses. If you stop taking it your blood sugar levels may rise very high and put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it is important to always inject only the correct dose of medicine only, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include allergy at the injection site like redness, swelling, or hard lumps (lipohypertrophy). Some people may also gain weight while taking insulin.

Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using it.
USES OF TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
Diabetes
BENEFITS OF TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
In Diabetes
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is a long-acting type of insulin that provides steady, all-day sugar control. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your cells so your body can use it for energy. Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs.

You will need to learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tresiba
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Auto-antibody formation
Headache
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Upper respiratory tract infection
HOW TO USE TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
HOW TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION WORKS
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is a long-acting insulin that provides consistent, all-day sugar control. It works like your body's natural insulin. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.
SAFETY ADVICE
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Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill.
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Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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Driving
CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is recommended.
Frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.
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Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill is recommended.
However, frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE TRESIBA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION?
If you miss a dose of Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill take it as soon as you remember. Do not take two doses of Tresiba 100 Units/ml Penfill within 8 hours of each other.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine