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How do you use the Lantus pen (Lantus SoloStar)?

Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on June 12, 2024.

Official Answer by Drugs.com

Lantus (insulin glargine) is the man made form of a long acting insulin that is given by injection to diabetic patients, to control their high blood sugar levels. Lantus comes in two dosage forms, the Lantus 3mL SoloStar prefilled pen and the Lantus 10mL multiple dose vial .

Normally our bodies naturally produce the hormone insulin which works to lower the levels of sugar (glucose) in our blood to the ideal range. People who have diabetes regularly have high blood sugar levels due to their body not producing enough insulin or their body has become resistant to the effect of insulin. One way to treat diabetes and improve blood glucose levels is to use a man made form of insulin.

Instructions on how to use Lantus SoloStar:

1. Storage of Lantus SoloStar

2. Where to inject Lantus SoloStar

3. How to put a needle on Lantus SoloStar

4. How to prime Lantus SoloStar

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.

5. How to select the dose on Lantus Solostar

6. How to inject the dose of Lantus SoloStar

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