What is an insulin glargine prefilled pen?
Insulin glargine is a long-acting insulin that starts working several hours after the injection and continues to work evenly for 24 hours.the insulin glargine a prefilled pen is used to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes mellitus.
Toujeo can be used by adults with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes.basaglar lantus and semglee can be used by adults with type 2 or type 1 diabetes, as well as children aged 6 and older with type 1 (not type 2) diabetes.
Insulin glargine prefilled pens are used in conjunction with short-acting insulin given before meals for type 1 diabetes.this medication guide does not list all possible uses for the insulin glargine prefilled pen.
Side effects of insulin glargine prefilled pen
If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should seek emergency medical attention: swelling or redness where an insulin injection was administered; an itchy or swollen skin rash on your entire body; difficulty breathing; rapid heartbeats; feeling as if you may pass out; or swelling in either your tongue or throat.
A prefilled insulin-glargine pen can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Rapid weight gain and swelling of the ankles or feet;
- Shortness of breath
- Low blood potassium can cause leg cramps, constipation, increased thirst, increased urination or numbness, or even a limp feeling.
Side effects of the insulin glargine prefilled pen include:
- Low blood sugar
- Weight gain or swelling;
- Itching or rash;
- The skin may become thicker or hollower where the medication was injected.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The fda can be contacted at 1-800-fda-1088 to report side effects.
Warnings
Do not share a pen, even if the needle has been changed.
Before you take this drug
Insulin glargine prefilled pen prefilled pens should not be used if you have an allergy to insulin or are experiencing hypoglycemia or diabetic ketoacidosis.
Insulin glargine prefilled pens are not for children younger than six years of age. Some brands are only for adults. This medicine should not be used to treat type 2 diabetic children of any age.
Tell your doctor if any of the following apply to you:
- Liver or kidney disease
- Heart failure other heart problems
Inform your doctor if, in addition to pioglitazone and rosiglitazone, you are also taking glimepiride (or metformin), which may be combined. Certain oral diabetes medications can increase the risk of heart problems if you use insulin.inform your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing.it is important to control diabetes during pregnancy.
How to take insulin glargine prefilled pen?
Carefully follow all instructions or guides included with your medication and all directions given to you by healthcare providers. Follow the directions on the label.insulin glargine a prefilled pen is injected into the skin. This process occurs daily at approximately the same time.use your short-acting insulin before meals, as prescribed by your doctor, to treat type 1 diabetes.
The insulin glargine pen cannot be used with an insulin pump or with any other insulin. Insulin glargine prefilled pen should not be injected into a vein or muscle.if you're not sure how to use an injectable, ask your pharmacist or doctor.only prepare an injection when you're ready to administer it. If the medicine is cloudy, has changed color, or has particles, call your pharmacist.
Your healthcare provider can show you how to use the insulin glargine prefilled pen. Don't inject the same spot twice in a row.avoid injecting into damaged skin that is tender, bruised, or pitted. Also avoid if the skin has a hard lump or a scar.toujeo has 300 units of insulin glargine prefilled pen in each milliliter, which is three times more than other brands with 100 units.
If you change the brand, strength, or form of a medicine, your dose requirements may be different. Use only the medication prescribed by your doctor to avoid medication mistakes.use only the prefilled insulin glargine pen with an injection pen. Attach a fresh needle each time. Transferring insulin from the pen to a syringe is not recommended.even if the needle has been changed, never share an injection pen. These devices can spread infections.
Stress, illness, surgery, alcohol, skipping meals, and exercise can all affect blood sugar levels.you may feel irritable or shaky if you have low blood sugar. If you want to treat hypoglycemia quickly, try eating or drinking hard candy, crackers, or raisins. You can also drink fruit juice or non-diet soft drinks. In severe hypoglycemia, your doctor may prescribe glucagon.inform your doctor if symptoms such as increased thirst and urination are frequent. Ask your doctor before changing your medication dosage.
This medicine should be kept in the original container, away from heat and sunlight. Store insulin away from the cooling element of a fridge, or do not freeze it. Do not use any frozen insulin.
Insulin glargine prefilled pens can be stored unopened and not in use.
- Use within the expiry date.
- (basaglar or lantus) store below 86 degrees fahrenheit at room temperature and use within 28 days.
Insulin glargine pens that are in use (opened) can be stored as follows:
- Use the vial within 28 days. Store in a fridge or at room temperature.
- Use the pen within 28 days. Store it at room temperature.
- Store toujeo below 86 f at room temperature (do not refrigerate). Use within 56 days.
Store an injection pen without the needle. Never reuse a needle, syringe, or other syringe. Put them in a "sharps container" that is puncture-proof, and dispose of the sharps according to local or state laws. Keep away from children and pets.wear a medical alert tag or carry an id to alert others that you have diabetes.
What happens if i miss the dose?
If you forget to take a dose, call your doctor. Do not use more than one tablet in 24 hours unless your doctor tells you to.refill your prescription before you run out.
What happens if i overdose?
Call the poison help line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. An insulin overdose may cause severe hypoglycemia. The symptoms include drowsiness, confusion, blurred or cloudy vision, numbness in the mouth, difficulty speaking, muscle weakness, or jerky movements.
What should be avoided?
Insulin glargine pen a prefilled pen can affect your reaction. Avoid driving and other hazardous activities until you are sure. You may be unable to react.
Check the label of your medication before you inject it to avoid any mistakes.avoid alcohol and alcohol-containing medicines. Alcohol can interfere with diabetes treatment.
Interaction with other drug
Insulin glargine prefilled pens can be affected by many drugs. Included are prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor of all the other medications you take. This list does not include all possible interactions.
