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Can Levemir (insulin detemir) be used during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Levemir (insulin detemir) can be considered during pregnancy if clinically needed, with intensified blood glucose control and monitoring recommended throughout pregnancy.

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Levemir Penfill 100 units/ml solution for injection in cartridge.Novo Nordisk Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 1Document updated 13 November 2025

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