Tresiba Benefits & Uses

Tresiba is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2

Tresiba Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tresiba Related Warnings

Is the use of Tresiba safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Tresiba on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Tresiba safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Tresiba on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Tresiba will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Tresiba on the Kidneys?

Tresiba rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Tresiba on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Tresiba on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Tresiba on the Heart?

You can take Tresiba without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Tresiba with Other Drugs

Tresiba should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Acebutolol

Aripiprazole

Aspirin(ASA)

Ciprofloxacin

Atenolol

Tresiba Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tresiba unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Infections
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Thyroid problems
Drug Allergy
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Tresiba

Is this Tresiba habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Tresiba has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tresiba since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tresiba is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Tresiba is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Tresiba Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tresiba

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tresiba, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tresiba

Consuming Tresiba with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe