I have been diabetic for 31 years in the last couple I have lost all control of my weight and blood sugars so very worried about this being a problem.
Tresiba - Do you gain weight on this insulin?
Question posted by Nanaoffive on 30 Aug 2016
Last updated on 18 June 2017
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suzanne66
21 Nov 2016
Tresiba, is an ultra long acting basal insulin which can be used by people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It lasts for up to 42 hours offering greater flexibility as to when it can be injected each day.
Trials have shown Tresiba to be helpful in reducing incidence of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) compared with other basal insulin.
The most common side effects with Tresiba include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), allergic reactions, injection site reactions, pitting at the injection site (lipodystrophy), itching, rash, edema (fluid build-up), and weight gain (probably due to the anabolic effect of insulin).
Speak with your doctor if you are concerned.
For more information visit:
https://www.drugs.com/sfx/tresiba-side-effects.html
camt
18 June 2017
Yes,
Not at first. I have been on Tresiba about 6 months and have gained about 10 pounds.
Mostly around my middle section where GI in located and love handles.
I know on Lantus if you felt bloated it was because of too much insulin.
I can't lower it anymore without causing too high of blood sugars,.
I do like the fact I am not profusely sweating and having too many highs and crashing lows.
What is a diabetic to do?
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weight loss (obesity/overweight), diabetes, type 2, insulin, weight, diabetic, blood, tresiba, insulin degludec, blood sugar
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