INSULIN DEGLUDEC (Tresiba) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

INSULIN DEGLUDEC

What is the Trade Name for INSULIN DEGLUDEC?

Tresiba

What are the Indications for INSULIN DEGLUDEC?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE TRESIBA is indicated to improve glycemic control in patients 1 year of age and older with diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use o Not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. TRESIBA is a long-acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in patients 1 year of age and older with diabetes mellitus ( 1 ). Limitations of Use: ‚Ä¢ Not recommended for treating diabetic ketoacidosis.

 

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