Description

Lantus 100IU Cartridge

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a long-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children. It provides a steady level of insulin in the body for an entire day and helps control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent complications of diabetes.

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection can be prescribed alone or along with fast-acting insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the maximum benefit. If you stop taking it, your blood sugar levels may rise very high which may put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it is important to inject only the correct dose of medicine, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include allergy at the injection site like redness, swelling, or hard lumps (lipohypertrophy). Some people gain weight while taking insulin.

Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

USES

Diabetes

BENEFITS

In Diabetes

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a man-made form of insulin that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your cells so your body can use it for energy. Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs.

You will need to learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper program of diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

SIDE EFFECTS

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
High blood pressure
Peripheral edema
Diarrhea
Urinary tract infection
Auto-antibody formation
Back pain
Upper respiratory tract infection
Cataract

HOW TO USE

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

HOW IT WORKS

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a long-acting insulin that provides consistent, all-day sugar control. It works like your body’s natural insulin. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

MORE INFORMATION

Store in a refrigerator at 2-8°C and keep out of reach of children. Do not freeze.

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