Insulin degludec

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Insulin degludec

Insulin degludec (pronounced in·su·lin de·glu·dec) is a long-acting insulin analog used to control high blood sugar in adults with diabetes mellitus. It is a newer form of insulin that works by replacing the insulin that is normally produced by the body.

Etymology

The term "insulin" comes from the Latin insula, meaning "island", referring to the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas where insulin is produced. "Degludec" is a proprietary name for this specific long-acting insulin analog.

Usage

Insulin degludec is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar. It is used in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This medication is a long-acting insulin that starts to work several hours after injection and keeps working evenly for 24 hours.

Related Terms

  • Insulin: A hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
  • Diabetes mellitus: A group of diseases that result in too much sugar in the blood.
  • Type 1 diabetes: A chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin.
  • Type 2 diabetes: A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
  • Blood sugar: The concentration of glucose in the blood.
  • Glucose: A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.

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