Indication*

Lantus is used to treat diabetes mellitus in adults, adolescents and children aged 2 years and above. Diabetes mellitus is a disease where the body does not produce enough insulin to control the level of blood sugar. Insulin glargine has a long and steady blood-sugar lowering action.

Directions for Use*

Although Lantus contains the same active substance as Toujeo (Insulin glargine 300 units/ml), these medicines are not interchangeable. The switch from one insulin therapy to another requires medical prescription, medical supervision and blood glucose monitoring. Consult the doctor for further information. Dose: Based on life-style and the results of blood sugar (glucose) tests and previous insulin usage, the doctor will: determine hoe much Lantus per day the patient will need and at what time; tell when the patient may need to inject a higher or lower dose of Lantus. Lantus is a long-acting insulin. The doctor may instruct the patient to use it in combination with a short-acting insulin or with tablets used to treat high blood sugar levels. Many factors may influence the blood sugar level. The patient should these factors so that the patient will be able to react correctly to changes in the blood sugar level and to prevent it from becoming too high or too low. Use in children and adolescents: Lantus can be used in adolescents and children aged 2 years and above. Use this medicine exactly as the doctor has told. Frequency of administration: Lantus is injected under the skin. DO NOT inject Lantus in a vein, since this will change its action and may cause hypoglycemia. The doctor will show in which area of the skin the patients should inject Lantus. With each injection, change the puncture site within the particular are of skin that the patients is using. How to handle SoloStar: SoloStar is a pre-filled disposable pen containing insulin glargine. A new needle must be attached before each use. Only use needles that are compatible for use with SoloStar. A safety test must be performed before each injection. Look at the cartridge before using the pen. Do not use SoloStar if the patients notices particles in it. Only use SoloStar if the solution is clear, colourless and water-like. Do not shake or mix it before use. To prevent the possible transmission of disease, never share the pen with anyone else. This pen is for personal use only. Make sure that neither alcohol nor other disinfectants or other substances contaminate the insulin. Always use a new pen if the patient notices that the blood sugar control is unexpectedly getting worse. If the patients thinks there may be a problem with SoloStar, consult a doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Empty pens must not be re-filled and must be properly discarded. Do not use SoloStar if it is damaged or not working properly, it has to be discarded and a new SoloStar has to be used. Insulin mix-ups: Always check the insulin label before each injection to avoid mix-ups between Lantus and other insulins. Missed Dose: If the patients missed a dose of Lantus or if has not injected enough insulin, the blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia). Check the blood sugar frequently. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. Discontinuation: This could lead to severe hyperglycemia (very high blood sugar) and ketoacidosis (build-up of acid in the blood because the body is breaking down fat instead of sugar). Do not stop Lantus without speaking to a doctor, who will tell the patients what needs to be done. If the patients has any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask the doctor, pharmacist or nurse.

Administration*

Always use this medicine exactly as the doctor has told. Check with a doctor or pharmacist if not sure.

*written indications, directions, and administration are updated as of June 28, 2024 and may not be accurate with the actual product purchased. Please read the details in the packaging.

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