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Insulin Analogs

When is detemir going to be available in the U.S.? What is your opinion about this insulin? Do you think it is wise to switch from Lantus?

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For my daughter, an open vial of Lantus loses its effectiveness after 15 to 25 days. Have you had patients with this issue?

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In case of pump failure, I am supposed to inject Levemir. How do I determine the amount to dose and if I need it once a day or twice a day?

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Diagnosed with type 1 in mid-February, my pre-teen son has been having daily headaches for a month. Is this related to his insulin? Is this common with well regulated pre-teens?

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Since switching to a lower carbohydrate diet, my husband, who takes Lantus and Humalog, has been having serious lows. During the night, his blood sugar remains low, even after glucose and food. What is going on?

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On Mixtard 30, NovoRapid and Lantus, my daughter spends a lot of time high. Our doctor’s suggestions aren’t very helpful. What do you suggest?

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Is my daughter’s insulin regimen a cause for concern? Her breakfast ratio 1:1.6; lunch 1:2.3; and dinner 1:1.6. She takes 10 units of Lantus before dinner.

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My daughter is six years of age and has been taking Humalog since she was diagnosed, The information on your websitetates that had received FDA approval for children over the age of 12 and that studies were ongoing to obtain approval for younger children.

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My three and a half year old daughter was recently put on Lantus, and I read that Lantus is only FDA approved for children over the age of six. Is Lantus safer for young children than an insulin pump?

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My daughter has type 1 diabetes, works out three times per week, and swims daily. She is currently on NPH with a sliding scale of Humalog, She does not want to use a pump, and I thought Lantus might work, but I have heard from some sources that it does not pair well with a lot of athletic activity.

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