How do you use a Lantus insulin pen?
Keep the pen straight, insert the needle into your skin. Use your thumb to press the injection button all the way down. When the number in the dose window returns to 0 as you inject, slowly count to 10 before removing. (Counting to 10 will make sure you get your full insulin dose.)
How do you use the optisulin SoloSTAR pen?
Use a new pen. Optisulin should be injected under the skin, being careful not to inject it into a muscle or vein. Choose a site for injection. Inject Optisulin into the abdomen, thighs or upper arms.
Do you need to prime Lantus pen every time?
Lantus SoloStar should be primed before each use, this is sometimes called a safety test. This should be done to remove any bubbles, to ensure that the pen is working properly and that the device can administer the dose of insulin required.
Does Lantus pen need to be refrigerated?
Lantus should be stored in a refrigerator to maintain the labeled expiration date. In the absence of refrigeration, unopened vials of Lantus should be discarded after 28 days.
How do you know when Lantus SoloStar is empty?
Look at the window in the pen to make sure the liquid is clear and has no color or specks. Do not use the pen if it is not clear, has a color or specks.
What is the difference between Lantus and optisulin?
OPTISULIN® is the same formulation as Lantus®, so no dose adjustment is required. People living with diabetes should continue using insulin to manage their diabetes as directed by their healthcare professional. People living with diabetes who are currently using LANTUS® will need to change to a new brand of insulin.
How do I know if my insulin pen is empty?
Where is the best place to inject Lantus?
Lantus® may be injected in the abdomen, upper arm, or thigh. Remember to rotate injection sites. The abdomen is the preferred injection site for the AutoShield Duo. This location facilitates proper injection technique—such as keeping the pen at the proper 90 degree angle.
What happens if you don’t Prime insulin pen?
Priming your Pen means removing the air from the Needle and Cartridge that may collect during normal use and ensures that the Pen is working correctly. If you do not prime before each injection, you may get too much or too little insulin.
Does Lantus pens need to be refrigerated?
How does Toujeo compared to Lantus?
Toujeo is more concentrated, so the amount (or volume) of the injected medicine is three times less than that of Lantus, but the strength of the medication is the same. Toujeo IS GLARGINE, just in the concentrated form of U-300. This means Toujeo is three times more concentrated than Lantus.
Which needle to use with Lantus solostar pen?
THE LANTUS SOLOSTAR INSULIN PEN CAN BE USED WITH THE BD ULTRA-FINE™ PEN NEEDLES*. Your healthcare provider may prescribe Ultra-Fine™pen needles. They come in the following sizes:
Which pen needles for Lantus solostar?
Lantus SoloSTAR (disposable pen) — 3 mL per pen, with 100 units of insulin per mL. To use the SoloSTAR pen, you must obtain pen needles (such as BD Ultra-Fine™ pen needles). You will need a prescription for pen needles, and they can be purchased at most pharmacies.
Is Lantus safe for long-term use?
Is Lantus safe for long-term use? Some observational studies suggested that Lantus may lead to an increased risk of cancer; however, more recent research has found no increased risk. Despite this possible link, doctors recommend Lantus for long-term use because the risks of untreated diabetes are more immediate.