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In the treatment of diabetes with basal insulin

Start your patient’s journey with Tresiba^®

Tresiba^® is a long-acting basal insulin indicated to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes.¹

See the Tresiba^® U-100 data on the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and rates and incidence of severe hypoglycemia vs insulin glargine U-100 for patients with T2D and ASCVD.^1,a

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^aSevere hypoglycemia was defined as an episode requiring assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrate, glucagon, or other resuscitative actions and during which plasma glucose concentration may not have been available, but where neurological recovery following the return of plasma glucose to normal was considered sufficient evidence that the event was induced by a low plasma glucose concentration.¹ASCVD=atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease; T2D=type 2 diabetes.

In the treatment of diabetes with basal insulin

Start your patient’s journey with Tresiba^®

Tresiba^® is a long-acting basal insulin indicated to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes.¹

See the Tresiba^® U-100 data on the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and rates and incidence of severe hypoglycemia vs insulin glargine U-100 for patients with T2D and ASCVD.^1,a

Explore study results

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^aSevere hypoglycemia was defined as an episode requiring assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrate, glucagon, or other resuscitative actions and during which plasma glucose concentration may not have been available, but where neurological recovery following the return of plasma glucose to normal was considered sufficient evidence that the event was induced by a low plasma glucose concentration.¹ASCVD=atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease; T2D=type 2 diabetes.

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Eligible patients may pay as little as $25 or no more than $99 per prescription^b

^bEligibility and other restrictions apply.

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^aSevere hypoglycemia was defined as an episode requiring assistance of another person to actively administer carbohydrate, glucagon, or other resuscitative actions and during which plasma glucose concentration may not have been available, but where neurological recovery following the return of plasma glucose to normal was considered sufficient evidence that the event was induced by a low plasma glucose concentration.¹ASCVD=atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease; T2D=type 2 diabetes.

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Contraindications

Tresiba^® is contraindicated during episodes of hypoglycemia and in patients with hypersensitivity to Tresiba^® or one of its excipients

Warnings and Precautions

Never Share a Tresiba^® FlexTouch^® Pen, Needle, or Syringe Between Patients, even if the needle is changed. Patients using Tresiba^® vials should never share needles or syringes with another person. Sharing poses a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens
Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen: Changes in an insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, or injection site or method of administration) may affect glycemic control and predispose to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Repeated insulin injections into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis have been reported to result in hyperglycemia; and a sudden change in the injection site (to an unaffected area) has been reported to result in hypoglycemia. Make any changes to a patient’s insulin regimen under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. Advise patients who have repeatedly injected into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis to change the injection site to unaffected areas and closely monitor for hypoglycemia. Adjustments in concomitant anti-diabetic treatment may be needed.
Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction of insulin, including Tresiba^®, and may be life-threatening

Indications and Usage

Tresiba^® (insulin degludec injection) is indicated to improve glycemic control in patients 1 year of age and older with diabetes mellitus.

Limitations of Use

Tresiba^® is not recommended for treating diabetic ketoacidosis.

Important Safety Information

Contraindications

Tresiba^® is contraindicated during episodes of hypoglycemia and in patients with hypersensitivity to Tresiba^® or one of its excipients

Warnings and Precautions

Never Share a Tresiba^® FlexTouch^® Pen, Needle, or Syringe Between Patients, even if the needle is changed. Patients using Tresiba^® vials should never share needles or syringes with another person. Sharing poses a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens
Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen: Changes in an insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, or injection site or method of administration) may affect glycemic control and predispose to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Repeated insulin injections into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis have been reported to result in hyperglycemia; and a sudden change in the injection site (to an unaffected area) has been reported to result in hypoglycemia. Make any changes to a patient’s insulin regimen under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. Advise patients who have repeatedly injected into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis to change the injection site to unaffected areas and closely monitor for hypoglycemia. Adjustments in concomitant anti-diabetic treatment may be needed.
Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction of insulin, including Tresiba^®, and may be life-threatening. Increase monitoring with changes to: insulin dose, co-administered glucose lowering medications, meal pattern, physical activity; and in patients with hypoglycemia unawareness or renal or hepatic impairment
Accidental mix-ups between basal insulin products and other insulins, particularly rapid-acting insulins, have been reported. To avoid medication errors, always instruct patients to check the insulin label before each injection
Severe, life-threatening, generalized allergy, including anaphylaxis, can occur with insulin products, including Tresiba^®
As with all insulins, Tresiba^® use can lead to life-threatening hypokalemia, which then may cause respiratory paralysis, ventricular arrhythmia, and death. Closely monitor potassium levels in patients at risk of hypokalemia and treat if indicated
Fluid retention and heart failure can occur with concomitant use of thiazolidinediones (TZDs), which are PPAR-gamma agonists, and insulin, including Tresiba^®. Patients should be observed for signs and symptoms of heart failure. If heart failure occurs, dosage reduction or discontinuation of the TZD must be considered

Adverse Reactions

Adverse reactions commonly associated with Tresiba^® are hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, pruritus, rash, edema, and weight gain

Drug Interactions

There are certain drugs that may cause clinically significant drug interactions with Tresiba^®.
- Drugs that may increase the risk of hypoglycemia: antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analog (e.g., octreotide), sulfonamide antibiotics, GLP-1 receptor agonists, DPP-4 inhibitors, and SGLT-2 inhibitors
- Drugs that may decrease the blood glucose lowering effect: atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones
- Drugs that may increase or decrease the blood glucose lowering effect: alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, lithium salts, and pentamidine
- Drugs that may blunt the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia: beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine

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Reference:

Tresiba[package insert]. Plainsboro, NJ: Novo Nordisk Inc; November 2019.