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Lantus solostar

Lantus solostar 100IU/ml injection

Brand: Sanofi

Prescription Prescription Required

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Lantus solostar 100IU/ml injection is composed of Insulin Glargine (100IU)

 

The features of Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen include:

  • Small, thin needle: minimizes discomfort and pain.
  • Large print-dosing window: easier to measure and visualize doses.
  • Dial-in dose: gives the freedom to adjust dose.
  • Push-button injection: easy administration.

Description

The Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml, containing Insulin Glargine, is a long-acting insulin pen used to treat diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2 in children and adults. It helps maintain steady insulin levels throughout the day and keeps blood sugar levels within the normal limits. Steady insulin levels and normal blood sugar levels aid in preventing and delaying complications of diabetes.

Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen may be used alone or in combination with fast-acting insulin. The treatment is combined with lifestyle modifications, such as light exercise, intake of healthy foods, and overall weight loss.

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Directions For Use

How to use

  • Please refer to the leaflet provided with Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml, or consult a nurse or doctor regarding the correct usage method.
  • Please note the dosage is mostly dependent on the patient’s condition, age, and response to treatment. Please consult your doctor for further information.
  • It must be administered at the same time every day unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

Storage

Please store Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml at a cool temperature, away from excess heat and moisture.

Safety Information/Precautions

Precautions

Following are the precautions for using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen:

  • Monitor blood sugar levels regularly when using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen.
  • Do not share insulin pens, syringes, or needles with others.
  • Please do not reuse needles.
  • Be sure to rotate your injection sites for each dose to reduce risk of developing lipodystrophy or skin lumps at injection sites.
  • Please do not inject at the same site repeatedly, especially if the skin is thickened, pitted, tender, scaly, bruised, lumpy, damaged, or scarred.
  • If you are taking heart failure medicines like thiazolidinediones in addition to Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen, it may lead to worsening of heart failure symptoms or development of new symptoms relating to heart failure. Therefore, please discuss with your doctor and inform them about your complete medical history and existing medical conditions before starting Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml Pen as it may require dose adjustments or a change of medicines.
  • If you experience shortness of breath, swelling at the ankles or feet, or sudden weight changes after taking Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml, please inform your doctor immediately.
  • Please inform your doctor about your complete medical history, existing medical conditions (if any), herbal medications, vitamins, etc. before starting Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml.
  • Please do not change your dose or frequency of administration without consulting your doctor.
  • Do not dilute or mix Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml with any other medications or liquids.
  • Only use Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml if it is clear and colorless. Be sure to check the dose each time before administering any form of insulin, including Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml.
  • Patients with kidney or liver disease must use Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml cautiously as dose adjustment may be required in such patients.
  • Please avoid drinking alcohol while using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml.
  • Please avoid driving immediately after taking Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml.
  • If you forget taking Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml, please take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your normal dosing.

Contraindications

Following are the contraindications for using:

  • Please do not share insulin pens, syringes, or needles with others.
  • Please do not reuse needles.
  • Please do not inject at the same site repeatedly, especially if the skin is thickened, pitted, tender, scaly, bruised, lumpy, damaged, or scarred.
  • Please do not change your dose or frequency of administration without consulting your doctor.
  • Please do not add, stop, or modify any anti-diabetic medicine or its dosage without consulting your doctor.
  • If you are taking any other medicines, supplements, or herbal medicines, ensure they have no significant interaction with Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml. Discuss your treatment plan with your doctor to eliminate any confusions.
  • Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml must not be used in diabetic ketoacidosis.
  • Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml must not be used during episodes of hypoglycemia.

Side effects

Following are the side effects of using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml:

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels)
  • Swelling at feet or ankles
  • Lipodystrophy (thickening of skin at repeated injection sites)
  • Itching
  • Rash or pain at injection site
  • Weight gain
  • Sweating
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Dizziness or drowsiness

Pregnancy

Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml is mostly safe to use for pregnant females. Please consult your doctor for further information.

Lactation

Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml is mostly safe to use for nursing females. Please consult your doctor for further information.

Faqs

1. What is the difference between Basaglar and Lantus?

Both Basaglar and Lantus are insulin glargine derivatives. With no apparent difference, Basalgar is considered biosimilar to Lantus, and both can be used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. The only minor difference is that they are marketed and manufactured by different companies.

2. What should I avoid while using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml?

After administering Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml, please avoid driving and operating any machinery, as it may cause drowsiness or dizziness due to high or low blood sugar levels.

Also avoid consuming alcohol, and taking any other medicines without discussing them with your doctor first as they may impair Lantus Solostar’s effect on the body.

3. What other medicines should not be taken when using Lantus Solostar 100 units/ml?

Many medicines, herbal products, and vitamins can affect Lantus Solostar’s effect on blood sugar levels. Therefore, we recommend discussing your significant medical history and existing medical conditions (if any) before starting Lantus Solostar.

However, medicines like rosiglitazone and pioglitazone may impair the effect of Lantus Solostar or increase your risk of heart failure. Thus, please avoid the use of these medicines or use alternatives after consulting your doctor.

4. Where should I inject Lantus Solostar?

There are several regions where Lantus Solostar can be injected, including the following:

  • Stomach area
  • Top, outer thigh region
  • Outer back of upper arms

Once you have decided on a region, pinch up a skin fold with your thumb and forefinger. Introduce the needle in the fatty tissue area, just under the skin, ensuring you are not injecting into a muscle or vein.

We suggest getting a demo from a nurse or doctor before self-injecting to ensure you are doing it correctly. Please refrain from injecting at the same area repeatedly or where the skin is lumpy, thickened, damaged, or around the spine.

5. Where should I avoid injecting insulin?

Please avoid injecting Lantus Solostar or any injectable insulin into a muscle, spine area, face, vein, scalp, navel, feet, and hands. The ideal sites are the abdomen, upper outer arm, and outer thigh (into the fatty tissue).

6. Where do I inject insulin when I am pregnant?

The best site to inject insulin in pregnancy is the outer thigh or outer, upper arm.

7. When is the best time to inject insulin?

The ideal time for injecting insulin is when you have been prescribed by a doctor. Your treatment does not have to be similar to anyone else’s as each treatment plan is designed according to the individuals’ blood sugar levels, response to treatment, severity of condition, etc.

The following are the main types of insulin:

  • Rapid-acting: starts working in approximately 15 minutes, lasting for 3 – 5 hours.
  • Short-acting Insulin: starts working in 30 – 60 minutes, lasting 5 – 8 hours.
  • Intermediate-acting: starts acting in 1 – 3 hours, lasting 12 – 16 hours.
  • Long-acting: starts working in about 1 hour, lasting 20 – 26 hours.
  • Premixed insulin: combination of 2 types of insulin – rapid or short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin.

Discuss with your doctor which type of insulin is best for you with the ideal timings and route of administration.  

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.

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