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Insulin Detemir vs Insulin Degludec
Complete side-by-side comparison of Insulin Detemir and Insulin Degludec.
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Property
Insulin Detemir
Insulin Degludec
Name
Insulin Detemir
Insulin Degludec
Peptide Class
Insulin analog
Insulin analog
Category
Diabetes
Diabetes
Dosage Range
0.2 to 0.4 units/kg once daily
Varies based on individual needs and blood glucose levels
Half-Life
5 to 7 hours
25 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$200-400/month
$300-500/month
Insulin Detemir
Insulin Detemir is a long-acting insulin analog used primarily in the management of diabetes mellitus. It is designed to provide a steady level of ins...
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Insulin degludec is a long-acting insulin analog used primarily in the management of diabetes mellitus. It is designed to provide a steady and prolong...
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