FDA label
What is Levemir used for?
Levemir contains insulin detemir. The FDA-approved uses below are quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “LEVEMIR is indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.”
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Levemir, injection, solution
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by A-S Medication Solutions (BLA021536). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
LEVEMIR is indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.
Limitations of Use
LEVEMIR is not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 82192527-99aa-4b53-8ce9-9173668d309c, version 24, effective October 9, 2024. NDC 50090-1276, one of 1 listing for this product.
Questions
What is Levemir used for?
The FDA label says: “LEVEMIR is indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.”
What drug class is Levemir?
FDA lists insulin detemir in the Insulin Analog established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.