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What Causes Muscle Weakness While On Lantus?

Hi, question.about insulin, i.e. Lantos / Levemir..Wife had extreme muscle weakness with Lantos, she experiencing similar symptoms on increased dosage with flex pen Levemir. Are they an equivalent compound (man made insulin) and should present dr understand. Present dr does not have previous records and I am not qualified to decider notes sent with product. Thank you for you attention .
Mon, 6 Apr 2020
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Hello,

I read carefully your query and understand your concern.

Muscle weakness is a side effect of insulin.
It may also be related to diabetes.
Over-the-counter medications, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, may help alleviate mild to moderate pain. 

Hope my answer was helpful.

If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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What Causes Muscle Weakness While On Lantus?

Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Muscle weakness is a side effect of insulin. It may also be related to diabetes. Over-the-counter medications, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, may help alleviate mild to moderate pain.  Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician