MedDataToolToujeo is a long-acting insulin used to help control blood sugar levels in adults and children aged 6 years and older with diabetes. It works by helping your body use sugar from food for energy and by preventing your liver from making too much sugar. You take it as an injection under the skin once a day, at the same time each day, with a starting dose of 0.2 units per kilogram of body weight, and the maximum dose can vary based on your needs. It's important not to use Toujeo if you have low blood sugar or are allergic to its ingredients. If you are switching from another insulin, you may need to adjust your dose to avoid low blood sugar.
✦
Uses
- Improves glycemic control in adults with diabetes.
- Improves glycemic control in pediatric patients 6 years and older with diabetes.
◷
Dosage
Individualize dose based on diabetes type and blood glucose results.
Administer TOUJEO subcutaneously once daily at the same time each day.
Inject into the abdomen, thigh, or deltoid, rotating sites.
Do not mix or dilute TOUJEO with other insulins.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
⚠
Side effects
Common
Hypoglycemiainjection site reactionslipodystrophypruritusrashedemaweight gain
Serious
allergic reactionsSevere hypoglycemiahypersensitivity reactionshypokalemia
🛑
Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Not recommended for diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Use with caution in patients with visual impairment.
- Monitor glucose closely when switching to TOUJEO.
- May cause sodium retention and edema.
- Long-term use can cause lipodystrophy.
⇄
Drug interactions
- Antidiabetic agentsmay increase hypoglycemia riskCaution
- Corticosteroidsmay decrease blood glucose lowering effectCaution
- Beta-blockersmay blunt hypoglycemia symptomsCaution
- Alcoholmay affect blood glucose levelsCaution
- Diureticsmay decrease blood glucose lowering effect.Caution
Ask about this drug
Answers pulled from the FDA label only.
Other Brands:
Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).