Weight gain or weight loss
Some people taking Tresiba may gain weight. In fact, weight gain is a common side effect of all insulins. It happens because of the way insulin works in your body. Insulin helps your liver, muscles, and fat cells remove excess sugar from your blood and store it for future use.
Which insulin causes less weight gain?
Compared with other insulin analogues, insulin detemir induces less weight gain.
What are the side effects of taking tresiba?
Mild side effects of Tresiba can include:
- diarrhea.
- itching and rash at the injection area.
- headache.
- hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)
- upper respiratory infections, such as colds.
- weight gain*
