Finding the Right Dose of LANTUS® Insulin
Everyone's diabetes treatment plan is different. So it may take a while to find the LANTUS®
dose that's right for you.
That's a normal part of adding insulin to a diabetes management plan.
When you start on LANTUS®, your doctor will most likely prescribe a low dose.
Your doctor will follow up to see how well it helps lower your blood sugar and may
decide to adjust the dose, a little at a time, until you’re getting the right amount
of LANTUS®. This adjustment is common. It doesn’t mean you’ve done anything
wrong.
A lot of things, like diet, exercise, and even stress, can have an effect on your
blood sugar. That’s why it’s important to check your blood sugar levels regularly.
What about missed doses of LANTUS® insulin?
It’s very important to follow your insulin dosing exactly. Do not miss any doses.
Your doctor should discuss a plan for missed doses with you. If you do miss a dose,
follow that plan or call your doctor. Do not take double doses.
"When I first started taking LANTUS®, the doctor and I worked on the dosage until we found what worked for me."
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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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