Ultra Long-Acting analogue (Available as 1mL liquid volume = 100 units of insulin (U100) AND 1ml liquid volume = 200 units of insulin (U200), CARE NEEDED when prescribing or administering correct type)

• Insulin degludec (available as Tresiba in the UK)

Notes:

• Can be used as either once daily or two-three times per week as long acting insulin. Can be taken any time but at the same time daily
• Onset of action: Within 30-90 minutes
• Duration of action: up to 42 hours
• All times vary from person to person

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