Important Safety Information for Lantus® (insulin glargine [rDNA
origin] injection)
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 can be dangerous and can cause harm to your heart or brain.
It may cause unconsciousness, seizures, or death. 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.
Indications and Usage
Prescription Lantus® is a long-acting insulin used to treat adults
with type 2 diabetes and adults and children (6 years and older) with type 1 diabetes
for the control of high blood sugar. It should be taken once a day at the same time
each day to lower blood glucose.
Do not use Lantus® to treat diabetic ketoacidosis.
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