insulin glargine
Used for Type 2 Diabetes and Type 1 Diabetes
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Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
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insulin glargine Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is insulin glargine available in?
insulin glargine is available as a 1.5 mL insulin glargine SoloStar single-patient-use prefilled pen and a 3 mL insulin glargine Max SoloStar single-patient-use prefilled pen.
What is insulin glargine used for?
insulin glargine is an insulin used to treat:
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
How does insulin glargine work?
insulin glargine is an insulin, which is a hormone your body normally makes to lower glucose (sugar) levels in the blood. It helps your body absorb sugar from your bloodstream and store it for energy. Insulins also stop your liver from making glucose.
How do I take insulin glargine?
Your prescriber will work with you to find the dose that works best for you. Your dose depends on many things, such as whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, your blood sugar levels, and your weight.
- insulin glargine is injected under the skin in the stomach, thigh, or upper arm once per day
- Type 1 diabetes and first time using insulin: Your prescriber will calculate your total daily insulin (TDI) requirement. The typical starting dose is about a third to a half of your TDI requirement, injected under the skin once per day
- Type 2 diabetes and first time using insulin: Your prescriber will calculate your dose based on your body weight. The typical starting dose is 0.2 units/kg (up to 10 units) injected under the skin once per day
Is it safe for me to take insulin glargine?
insulin glargine is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have symptoms of low blood sugar.
insulin glargine Common Side Effects
Common side effects of insulin glargine:
- Low blood sugar
- Common cold symptoms
- Infection involving the nose, throat, and lungs
insulin glargine Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with insulin glargine. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severely low blood sugar: feeling shaky, nervous or anxious; fast heartbeat; sweating; body chills; confusion; feeling sleepy; weakness or low energy, excessive hunger
- Severely low potassium levels: weakness, muscle cramps or twitches, constipation, irregular heartbeat
- Severe allergic reaction: rash; hives; swelling of face, tongue, and throat; trouble breathing
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on insulin glargine
The following medications may interact with insulin glargine:
- Drugs that Affect Glucose Metabolism: Adjustment of insulin dosage may be needed
- Antiadrenergic Drugs (e.g., beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine): Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia may be reduced or absent
Who makes insulin glargine?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is insulin glargine safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if insulin glargine will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using insulin glargine.
What to do if you missed your insulin glargine dose
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