LANTUS® Insulin Injections
Some of the most common questions about LANTUS®, or any other insulin, are about
the injections.
One important thing to know is that today’s insulin needles are small and thin and
generally cause little discomfort. Plus, you inject LANTUS® just once a day,
at the same time each day.
Injection sites should be changed within the same body area from one injection to
the next. Do NOT dilute or mix LANTUS® with any other insulin or solution. It will
not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be serious.
LANTUS® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless with no particles
visible. Do not share needles, insulin pens or syringes with others.
Your doctor will help you determine the best time to take LANTUS® and show you
the proper way to inject LANTUS®. But here are some helpful tips and videos:
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Important Safety Information for Lantus®
Do not take Lantus® if you are allergic to insulin or any of the inactive ingredients
in Lantus®.
You must test your blood sugar levels while using insulin, such as Lantus®.
Do not make any changes to your dose or type of insulin without talking to your
healthcare provider. Any change of insulin should be made cautiously and only under
medical supervision.
Do NOT dilute or mix Lantus® with any other insulin or solution.
It will not work as intended and you may lose blood sugar control, which could be
serious. Lantus® must only be used if the solution is clear and colorless with
no particles visible. Do not share needles, insulin pens or syringes with others.
The most common side effect of insulin, including Lantus®, is low blood
sugar (hypoglycemia), which may be serious. Some people may experience
symptoms such as shaking, sweating, fast heartbeat, and blurred vision. Severe hypoglycemia
may be serious and life threatening. It may cause harm to your heart or brain. Other
possible side effects may include injection site reactions, including changes in
fat tissue at the injection site, and allergic reactions, including itching and
rash. In rare cases, some allergic reactions may be life threatening.
Tell your doctor about other medicines and supplements you are taking because they
can change the way insulin works. Before starting Lantus®, tell your doctor
about all your medical conditions including if you have liver or kidney problems,
are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding or planning to
breast-feed.
Lantus® SoloSTAR® is a disposable prefilled insulin pen. Please talk to your healthcare
provider about proper injection technique and follow instructions in the Instruction
Leaflet that accompanies the pen.
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