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Basaglar Kwikpen

Generic: Insulin Glargine

Rx only
InsulinAlso: BASAGLAR Tempo Pen✓ FDA-verified
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Basaglar Kwikpen is a long-acting insulin used to help manage blood sugar levels in adults and children with type 1 diabetes and in adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by helping your body use sugar more effectively and reducing the amount of sugar produced by the liver. You take it as an injection under the skin, usually once a day at the same time, starting with a dose of about 0.2 units per kilogram of body weight or up to 10 units, and it can go up to a maximum of 80 units. It's important to know that you should not use Basaglar during low blood sugar episodes. Additionally, if you are switching from another long-acting insulin, you may need to adjust your dose accordingly.
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Uses

  • Type 1 diabetes in adults and children.
  • Type 2 diabetes in adults.
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Dosage

Inject BASAGLAR once daily at the same time each day.
Adjust dosage based on blood glucose levels and individual needs.
In type 1 diabetes, use with short-acting insulin.
Rotate injection sites to avoid skin problems.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects

Common

hypoglycemiainjection site reactionsweight gain

Serious

allergic reactionssevere allergic reactionslipodystrophyhypokalemia
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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

  • Not for treating diabetic ketoacidosis.
  • Monitor blood glucose closely when starting BASAGLAR.
  • Do not mix with other insulins or solutions.
  • Use caution if you have vision problems.
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Drug interactions

  • Antidiabetic agentsmay increase risk of hypoglycemiaCaution
  • Corticosteroidsmay decrease blood glucose lowering effectCaution
  • Alcoholmay affect blood glucose levelsCaution
  • Beta-blockersmay blunt signs of hypoglycemia.Caution

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