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Insulin Glargine vs Insulin Degludec
Complete side-by-side comparison of Insulin Glargine and Insulin Degludec.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Insulin Glargine
Insulin Degludec
Name
Insulin Glargine
Insulin Degludec
Peptide Class
Insulin analog
Insulin analog
Category
Diabetes
Diabetes
Dosage Range
Varies based on individual needs
Varies based on individual needs and blood glucose levels
Half-Life
12-19 hours
25 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$100-200/month
$300-500/month
Insulin Glargine
Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin analog used primarily in the management of type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It provides a steady release of insul...
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Insulin degludec is a long-acting insulin analog used primarily in the management of diabetes mellitus. It is designed to provide a steady and prolong...
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