Product Overview

Brands

Sanofi

Active Ingredient

Insulin

Manufactured by

Sanofi-Aventis

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Hypoglycemia, Blurred vision, Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) resistance, Hypokalemia, Lipodystrophy, Injection site reactions, Edema, Urticaria, Rash

Warning Precautions

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is not advisable to drink alcohol with Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) as alcohol may affect blood glucose levels, both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia can occur. It is best to drink alcohol in moderation for diabetic patient.

Pregnancy Warning (Maybe Safe)

Animal studies failed to show that there is a risk to the fetus and there are no well-controlled human studies among pregnant women. Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) does not pass through the placenta thus, it can be used during pregnancy. Poorly controlled diabetes may cause hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia which can increase the risk of malformations and death in utero. Throughout pregnancy, it is important to control the blood glucose strictly and monitor pregnant women with diabetes closely.

Breastfeeding Warning (Safe If Prescribed)

It is safe to use Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) while breastfeeding as there is no risk to the baby. However, the short-acting Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen)'s dose must be adjusted.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)

It is generally safe to drive while on Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) treatment. However, patients who have reduced or absent awareness of warning signs of hypoglycemia or frequent episodes of hypoglycemia must take precautions while driving. It is best to avoid since hypoglycemia may impair the ability to concentrate and react while driving.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

In patients with renal impairment, intense monitoring of blood glucose is required and the human Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) dose is to be modified based on individual need. The Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) requirement for patients with renal impairment may also be reduced because of the disease.

Liver Warning (Safe If Prescribed)

In patients with liver impairment, intense monitoring of blood glucose is required and the human Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) dose is to be modified based on individual need. The Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) requirement for patients with liver impairment may also be reduced because of the disease.

Disclaimer

Information last updated on: Thu Nov 21 2024 12:40:10 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

Lantus Solostar 100IU/ml Pre-filled Pen 3ml x1 (pen) is available at many places in Singapore. Ang Mo Kio, Alexandra, Admiralty, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Timah, Boat Quay, Buona Vista, Beach Road, Bugis, Balestier, Boon Lay, Central Area, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Chinatown, Commonwealt, City Hall, Clarke Quay, Changi Airport, Changi Village, Clementi Park, Dairy Farm, Eunos, East Coast, Farrer Park, Geylang, Hougang, Harbourfront, Holland, Jurong, Jurong East, Jurong West, Kallang/ Whampoa, Lim Chu Kang, Marine Parade, Marina, Macpherson, Mandai, Newton, Novena, Orchard, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Potong Pasir, Paya Lebar, Queenstown, Raffles Place, Rochor, River Valley, Sembawang, Sengkang, Serangoon, Serangoon Rd, Seletar, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Tanjong Pagar, Telok Blangah, Tanglin, Thomson, Tuas, Tengah, Upper East Coast, Upper Bukit Timah, Upper Thomson, Woodlands, West Coast, Yishun, Yio Chu Kang.

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