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Always use this medicine exactly as the doctor has told. Check with a doctor or pharmacist if not sure.
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 how much Lantus per day the patient will need and at what time; tell when to check the blood sugar level, and whether there is a need to carry out urine tests, 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 know 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: The patient needs one injection of Lantus every day, at the same time of the day.
Method of administration: Lantus is injected under the skin. Do NOT inject Lantus in a vein, since this will change its action and may cause hypoglycaemia.
The doctor will show in which area of the skin the patient should inject Lantus. With each injection, change the puncture site within the particular area of skin that the patient 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 (see Instructions for Use under Cautions for Usage).
A safety test must be performed before each injection.
Look at the cartridge before using the pen. Do not use SoloStar if the patient 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 patient 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 patient missed a dose of Lantus or if has not injected enough insulin, the blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycaemia). Check the blood sugar frequently.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Discontinuation: This could lead to severe hyperglycaemia (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 patient what needs to be done.
If the patient has any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask the doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
