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Levemir Side Effects Center

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
  • Generic Name: insulin detemir
  • Brand Name: Levemir

Levemir(Insulin Detemir) side effects drug center

 

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Levemir Side Effects Center

What Is Levemir?

Levemir (insulin detemir [rDNA origin] injection) is a man-made form of a hormone that is produced in the body used to treat diabetes in adults and children.

What Are Side Effects of Levemir?

Common side effects of Levemir include:

  • injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, irritation),
  • swelling of the hands/feet,
  • thickening of the skin where you inject Levemir,