Insulin icodec is a new type of long-acting insulin that is taken once a week. It helps control blood sugar levels over a longer period compared to traditional daily insulin. It works by slowly releasing insulin into the bloodstream throughout the week.

Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin that is taken once daily. It provides background insulin throughout the day and night to help maintain stable blood sugar levels between meals and during sleep.

Insulin aspart is a fast-acting insulin that is taken at mealtimes. It works quickly to control blood sugar levels that rise after eating. It’s commonly used in combination with longer-acting insulins to provide complete diabetes management.

Type 1 Diabetes – A chronic autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This disease typically develops in childhood or adolescence, but can occur at any age. The body becomes unable to produce insulin, which is necessary for moving glucose from the bloodstream into cells for energy. Without insulin production, blood sugar levels rise abnormally high, leading to various symptoms including increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue. The condition causes the body to break down fats and proteins for energy instead of using glucose, which can lead to weight loss and other metabolic changes.