Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge for Injection 3ml

• Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml for Injection contains Insulin Glargine 100IU used for the treatment of Type 1 & 2 diabetes mellitus
• It helps control high blood sugar levels in adults and children
• Chemical Class: Analogue Insulin
• Addictive Drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Anti Diabetic
• Action Class: Insulin analogues long-acting
• Schedule “H” drug Warning: Not to be sold without the prescription of a registered medical practitioner
• Schedule “G” prescription drug Caution: This medication must be taken only under medical supervision
• Store Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze

Treatment of Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes mellitus

• Avoid drinking alcohol while using this medication
• If you miss a dose of this injection check your blood sugar levels and take it under medical supervision do not take a double dose

Inform your doctor if you take the following medicines before taking Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge Injection 3ml

• Other Anti-diabetic tablets
• Blood sugar enhancer
• Blood pressure-reducing medicines
• Antidepressants
• Pain killers
• Anti TB drugs
• Growth hormone
• Thyroid hormone-related drugs
• Antipsychotic medicines
• Anti-cholesterol drugs
• Anti-asthmatic drugs
• Female hormones

Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge Injection 3ml is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it is properly prescribed by a doctor

• Injection below the abdomen skin is best for faster absorption than other injection spots, do not massage the spot where the medicine is injected
• Injection spots must be changed every time to avoid hard lumps from forming in those places
• Change to another type or brand of insulin must be done only under medical supervision
• Low blood sugar (Hypoglycemia) problems do not skip eating food. Carry a sugar food, juice, or chocolate if you feel any symptoms
• Opened Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml or vials can be kept at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be stored in the refrigerator
• Do not use it if it is no longer clear and colorless, or if it contains particles

• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• High blood pressure
• Peripheral edema
• Diarrhea
• Urinary tract infection
• Auto-antibody formation
• Back pain
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Cataract

Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml solution must be injected by your doctor or nurse or used only under medical supervision

Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge for Injection 3ml contains Insulin Glargine 100IU

It works like natural insulin

Insulin improves the reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also reduces the production of sugar in the liver

Q. How many units are in a 3ml Lantus pen?
Each Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml contains 300 units for 3ml of Insulin Glargine solution for injection as it has 100 units per ml

• Lantus 100IU/ml Insulin Cartridge 3ml for Injection should be avoided if you have low blood sugar problems
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver diseases, low potassium levels, or heart problems before taking this injection