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Insulin Glargine

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InsulinAlso: BASAGLAR KwikPen, BASAGLAR Tempo Pen✓ FDA-verified
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Insulin Glargine, also known as Basaglar, is a long-acting insulin used to help control blood sugar levels in adults and children with type 1 diabetes and adults with type 2 diabetes. It works by helping your body use sugar from food for energy and by preventing your liver from making too much sugar. You take it as an injection under the skin once a day, at the same time each day, 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 per injection. It is important to know that you should not use this medication if you are experiencing low blood sugar. Additionally, if you are switching from another type of insulin, you may need to adjust your dose under your doctor's guidance.
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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 hypoglycemiaallergic reactionslipodystrophyedema
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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 visual impairment.
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Drug interactions

  • Antidiabetic agentsmay increase hypoglycemia riskCaution
  • Corticosteroidsmay decrease blood glucose lowering effectCaution
  • Alcoholmay affect blood glucose levelsCaution
  • Beta-blockersmay blunt hypoglycemia symptoms.Caution

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