Lantus Solostar Insulin Glargine Injection (100 IU/mL, 3mL)

Insulin glargine is an injectable drug used to treat diabetes mellitus, and works by lowering blood sugar. While the FDA has approved insulin only for use in humans, veterinarians are allowed to prescribe it to animals such as dogs, cats, horses, cattle, ferrets and guinea pigs in certain situations. Insulin glargine should be refrigerated until it has been opened, and then it must be kept at room temperature. It should never be stored in the freezer and should be protected from direct heat and light. Talk to your veterinarian about the right dosage for your pet.

Uses:

Insulin preparations are used for the adjunctive treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), uncomplicated diabetes mellitus, and as adjunctive therapy in treating hyperkalemia.

Possible Side Effects:

Adverse reactions commonly associated with Lantus include hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, pruritus, rash, edema and weight gain.

Lantus consists of insulin glargine dissolved in a clear aqueous fluid. Each milliliter of Lantus (insulin glargine injection) contains 100 units (3.6378 mg) insulin glargine. The 3 mL prefilled pen presentation contains the following inactive ingredients per mL: 30 mcg zinc, 2.7 mg m-cresol, 20 mg glycerol 85%, and water for injection. The pH is adjusted by addition of aqueous solutions of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. Lantus has a pH of approximately 4.

Consult with your veterinarian on recommended dosage

Storage Instructions:

Refrigerate unopened Lantus Insulin 3mL. Opened Lantus Insulin 3mL must be stored at room temperature only. Lantus should not be stored in the freezer and should not be allowed to freeze. Discard Lantus if it has been frozen. Protect Lantus from direct heat and light. The shelf life of Lantus is 28 days after first use.