Lantus

Lantus Insulin Pens are prefilled insulin delivery devices used to administer Lantus (insulin glargine), a long-acting insulin prescribed for people with diabetes.

Product Description

• Medication: Insulin glargine (long-acting basal insulin)
• Purpose: Helps control blood sugar levels throughout the day and night.
• Duration of Action: Up to 24 hours with a relatively steady effect.
• Administration: Injected subcutaneously (under the skin), typically once daily as directed by a healthcare provider.
• Pen Type: Prefilled disposable pen for convenient dosing.
• Common Strength: 100 units/mL.
• Typical Injection Sites: Abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.

Key Features

• Ready-to-use prefilled pen.
• Accurate dose selection with an easy-to-read dose window.
• Designed for once-daily dosing in many patients.
• Portable and convenient compared with traditional vial-and-syringe methods.

Uses

• Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes (used with mealtime insulin).
• Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes.

Important Information

• Use only as prescribed by a healthcare professional.
• Do not share insulin pens between patients.
• Monitor blood glucose regularly.
• Store according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Common side effects may include low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), injection-site reactions, and weight gain. If you have questions about dosing, storage, or use, consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist.