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Toujeo Doublestar/Solostar Prefilled Pen
$139.99 – $229.99
Description
Besides Toujeo Doublestar/Solostar Prefilled Pen, insulin glargine is also available under other brand names: Basaglar Kwikpen, Lantus, Lantus Solostar Pen, and Semglee.
Uses of Toujeo SoloStar
Since this medicine is a long-acting insulin type, it will start its function several hours after administering the shot. It works evenly for about 24 hours. In treating type 1 diabetes, this medicine pairs with a short-acting insulin type.
Warning and Precautions
Before receiving a Toujeo SoloStar prescription, your healthcare professional will check on some factors like age, weight, and medical history. However, this medicine may not work if you have the following conditions.
- Low blood sugar
- Diabetic ketoacidosis
- Allergy to this medicine
Discuss your previous health conditions with your healthcare professional to ensure your safety with Toujeo SoloStar. If you have a history of kidney disease and heart problems, dosage adjustment may be necessary.
Toujeo Doublestar/Solostar Prefilled Dosage
The following refers to the dosage requirement involving Toujeo SoloStar pre-filled pen.
- Administer the shots once per day. It is also necessary to maintain a fixed schedule to administer the shot. Avoid administering the shot at the same site.
- For type 1 diabetes treatment, pair your Toujeo SoloStar pre-filled pen with short-acting insulin. This is to ensure treatment efficiency.
Note: One pre-filled pen contains 300 units of insulin glargine.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Low blood sugar
- Rapid weight gain
- Swelling on some parts of the body
- Itchiness
- Skin redness
- Rashes
- Skin thickening
- Mild pain on the injection site
- Small bruises
Severe Side Effects
- Rapid weight gain
- Shortness of breath
- Difficulty speaking
- Leg cramps
- Irregular heartbeat
- Chest tightness
- Increased hunger and thirst
- Weakness
- Muscle cramps
- Numbness