What is the best time of day to take Lantus?

Official Answer

  • Lantus can be used any time of day but at the same time every day.
  • You should pick a time of the day that will be convenient and when it will be easiest to remember.

How is Lantus insulin administered?

Lantus is an injection administered under the skin. This is called a “subcutaneous” injection. There are two ways you can inject Lantus: with the Lantus SoloStar® pen, or with a vial and syringe.

Will Lantus lower blood sugar quickly?

Lantus isn’t a fast-acting insulin. Fast-acting insulins start working in the body within 30 minutes of being injected. Instead, Lantus is a long-acting insulin. Its onset time is 1.5 to 2 hours.

How many units of Lantus is normal?

For people with type 2 diabetes who aren’t currently taking insulin, the recommended starting dosage of Lantus is 0.2 units/kg or 10 units once per day. The maximum starting dosage of Lantus is 10 units per day.

Do you take Lantus before or after a meal?

People with type 1 diabetes will need to take Lantus along with a mealtime insulin. This is because Lantus is a basal insulin, a “background” insulin that helps control blood sugar levels in between meals. A mealtime insulin is needed to control spikes in blood sugar that occur after eating.

Is Lantus given before or after meals?

What blood sugar should you hold Lantus?

Once insulin therapy is started, a target glucose range of 140–180 mg/dL is recommended for the majority of critically ill and noncritically ill patients. More stringent goals, such as 140 mg/dL, may be appropriate for selected patients, as long as this can be achieved without significant hypoglycemia.

Is 50 units of Lantus a lot?

It is possible that the “maximum” of 50 units is derived from the technical limitations of the 1/2 mL syringe. The Lantus SoloStar disposable pen has a maximum “dial-able” dose of 80 units. Aside from this technical maximum, there is no mention of a maximum dose in the package insert.

When should I check my blood sugar after Lantus?

To help prevent hypoglycemia with Lantus, your doctor will tell you how often to check your blood sugar level. If you have symptoms of hypoglycemia, check your blood sugar level right away.