Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge can be prescribed alone or along with fast-acting insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the maximum benefit. If you stop taking it, your blood sugar levels may rise very high which may put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge is a long-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children. It provides a steady level of insulin in the body for an entire day and helps control blood sugar levels. This helps to prevent complications of diabetes.
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge can be prescribed alone or along with fast-acting insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the maximum benefit. If you stop taking it, your blood sugar levels may rise very high which may put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it is important to inject only the correct dose of medicine, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include allergy at the injection site like redness, swelling, or hard lumps (lipohypertrophy). Some people gain weight while taking insulin.
Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
03Uses
Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2)
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
05How It Works
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge is a long-acting insulin that provides consistent, all-day sugar control. It works like your body’s natural insulin. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2)
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge is a man-made form of insulin that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your cells so your body can use it for energy. Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. You will need to learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Taking this medicine regularly along with a proper program of diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
Injection site allergic reaction
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving:CAUTION
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver:CAUTION
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
10Drug Tips
Basaglar 100 Units/ml Cartridge is injected under the skin. It needs to be injected once daily, at the same time every day.
Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.
Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
Exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) alongside.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side effect. Hence, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is required while taking this medicine.
Always carry some high sugar food such as sugar candy or glucose candy, fruit juice and glucose/glucon-D with you so that you can take it when you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, weakness, and anxiety.
Opened vials/cartridge stay good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).
Do not use if the preparation is no longer clear and colorless, or if it contains particles.
References
Sources and references
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