Caring for Your LANTUS® SoloSTAR® Pen

Once you use a pen:

Don't refrigerate it.

You can continue to use it for up to 28 days.
Store it safely at room temperature but not higher than 86°F.
Don't leave it anywhere it might overheat, such as a windowsill or a car parked in sunlight. And keep the pen away from sunlight as much as possible.
After 28 days, throw it away, even if it still has insulin in it.
Don't use it after the expiration date printed on the label or carton.
Occasionally wipe it with a damp cloth to keep it clean. Don't run it under water or use any soap or solvents.

Before you use the pens:

Keep them in the outer package and in the refrigerator.
Don't let them freeze—this will damage the insulin. Don't put them next to the freezer or near a freezer pack.
Take one out of the refrigerator and let it warm up to room temperature an hour or two before you inject it. Cold insulin can be more painful to inject.

Always keep at least one spare LANTUS® SoloSTAR® pen
in case your current one is lost or damaged.

Be more comfortable using the LANTUS® SoloSTAR® pen

View the pen and
its parts

Important Safety Information for Lantus®

Prescription Lantus® is for adults with type 2 diabetes or adults and children (6 years and older) with type 1 diabetes who require long-acting insulin for the control of high blood sugar.

Lantus® SoloSTAR® is a disposable insulin delivery device (insulin pen). Needles and the SoloSTAR® pen must not be shared.

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. Do not change your insulin without talking with your doctor. The syringe must not contain any other medication or residue. You should not use Lantus® if you are allergic to insulin. Lantus® is a long-acting insulin you inject just once a day, at the same time each day. You must test your blood sugar levels while using an insulin such as Lantus®.

The most common side effect of insulin, including Lantus®, is hypoglycemia, which may be serious. 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.

Click here for additional important information for Lantus®.

The health information contained herein is provided for general educational purposes only. Your healthcare professional is the single best source of information regarding your health. Please consult your healthcare professional if you have any questions about your health or treatment.

Prescription Lantus® is available in pharmacies.
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