About insulin glargine
Long-acting insulin analogue
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Individualized once daily; adjust according to blood glucose and clinical response.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 6 years and older: individualized once daily; adjust according to blood glucose.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Swelling
Important warnings
- Never give intravenously or use in an insulin pump.
- Do not share pens, even with a new needle.
- Changing insulin type or dose can cause severe low blood sugar or high blood sugar.
- Do not mix or dilute with other insulins.
Pregnancy
Insulin glargine may be used when needed; insulin requirements often change during pregnancy and after birth.
Breastfeeding
Can be used during breastfeeding; insulin needs may change, and infant exposure through milk is not expected to cause harm.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Corticosteroids, some diuretics, and thyroid hormones may raise blood sugar.
- Beta blockers can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Alcohol may increase or prolong low blood sugar.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.