Lantus Solostar Solution For Injection 100U Drug Medication Dosage Information
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Lantus SoloStar: Solution for injection (100U)

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Lantus SoloStar 100unit/ml Pen

What is this Medicine?

INSULIN GLARGINE (IN su lin GLAR geen) is a human-made form of insulin. This drug lowers the amount of sugar in your blood. It is a long-acting insulin that is usually given once a day.

CVS Pharmacy Patient Statistics for Lantus SoloStar: Solution for injection(100U)
Generic vs. Brand Name Usage*
*Brand contains same active ingredient but may not represent FDA-approved generic equivalent
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Lantus SoloStar 100units/ml Pre-Filled Pen Solution for Injection

NDC: 000882219
  • Prescription Required
  • Not a Controlled Drug
    (CSA Schedule)
  • FDA Approved




FDA approved for the following conditions:
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Storage Information
Opened container can be stored for up to 28 days at temperatures below 86 degrees F
Protect from light
Discard product if it contains particulate matter, is cloudy, or discolored
Store unopened containers in refrigerator (36 to 46 degrees F)
Protect from freezing
Discard if product has been frozen
Avoid direct heat and sunlight
Lantus SoloStar 100units/ml Pre-Filled Pen Solution for Injection
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Reported Side Effects for Lantus SoloStar 100units/ml Pre-Filled Pen Solution for Injection

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Skin Rash Incidence:
<1.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Severe Low Blood Sugar Incidence:
<1.0%*
Severity: SEVERE
Onset: DELAYED
Anaphylactoid Reactions Incidence:
<1.0%*
Severity: SEVERE
Onset: RAPID
Infection Incidence:
5.0-29.0%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Rhinitis Incidence:
5.0-5.2%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Headache Incidence:
5.5-10.3%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Sore Throat Incidence:
7.1-12.8%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Low Blood Sugar Incidence:
>10.0%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: EARLY
Depression Incidence:
10.5%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED
Loose Stools Incidence:
10.7%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: EARLY
Cough Incidence:
12.1%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Back Pain Incidence:
12.8%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Joint Pain Incidence:
14.2%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Cataracts Incidence:
18.1%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED
Sinus Infection Incidence:
18.5%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
Flu Incidence:
18.7%*
Severity: MILD
Onset: DELAYED
High Blood Pressure Incidence:
19.6%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: EARLY
Fluid Retention Incidence:
20.0%*
Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED
*This is an approximate aggregated range of reported side effects from clinical studies performed on this drug. Your experience with this drug may be different.
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Lactation

Compatible - This drug is generally safe to take by nursing mothers.


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