Insulin glargine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

Information about Insulin glargine

Generic Name : Insulin glargine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Insulin glargine are provided here.

Pronunciation : IN-su-lin GLAR-jeen

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Insulin glargine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y42.3 Therapeutic Classification : Antidiabetics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Insulin glargine

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Why is Insulin glargine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a long-acting form of the insulin hormone, prescribed for diabetes along with proper diet and exercise program.

When should Insulin glargine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Insulin glargine?

Adult and Child- Initial: The recommended dose is 10 IU once daily, and subsequently adjusted according to the patient's need to a total daily dose ranging from 2 to 100 IU.

How should Insulin glargine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin (subcutaneously).

What are the warnings and precautions for Insulin glargine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of thyroid, liver or kidney diseases, stress, such as fever, infection, injury, surgery, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It should not be used in children less than 6 years old.

• Patient may experience blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness due to extremely low or high blood sugar levels, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

What are the side effects of Insulin glargine?

Body as a whole- Allergic reactions.
Skin- Injection site reaction, fat redistribution, itching and rash.
Other- Low sugar.

What are the other precautions for Insulin glargine?

Avoid excess dosage.
Follow proper diet, regular exercise and regular testing of blood sugar as directed by your physician.

What are the storage conditions for Insulin glargine?

Store it in refrigerator (2°C - 8°C), do not freeze it.

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Last Updated on Dec 30, 2022

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