What is Lantus prescribed for?

Lantus is prescribed for the treatment of people (age 6 and older) with type 1 diabetes or adult patients with type 2 diabetes who require long-acting insulin to control high blood sugar.

Warnings for People taking Lantus:

The most common side effect of all insulin preparations including Lantus is low blood sugar. With all types of insulin the timing of low blood sugar can change depending on the formulation so it is important to monitor your blood sugar regularly.

General Precautions to take when on Lantus:

There is a risk of your blood sugar becoming too low when taking diabetes medicines. Strenuous physical activity, drinking alcoholic beverages, or not eating enough can increase this possibility when taking Lantus. Talk to your doctor.

There are some things that you should tell your doctor when taking this medication:

Because certain other medications may increase or decrease the blood-sugar-lowering effect of NovoLog, review all medications you are taking with your doctor, including those that you take without a prescription.

Any change of insulin should be made under medical supervision. Be certain to tell your doctor or doctor if you are taking other insulin, including oral medications used to control blood sugar.

Tell your doctor or doctor if you:

• experience any minor allergic reactions, such as redness, swelling, or itching at the site of injection,
• have a history of kidney or liver problems,
• are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or if you are currently breast feeding.

What side effects can you expect when taking Lantus? (This is only a partial list of side effects reported with Lantus. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a complete list of possible side effects and drug interactions..)

• Low blood sugar
• Injection site reactions such as redness, pain, itching, hives, and swelling
• Changes in fat tissue at site of injection

For more detailed information about Lantus, ask your doctor.