Description:
Insulin Lantus syringes are specialized medical devices designed for the accurate administration of Lantus (insulin glargine), a long-acting insulin used to manage blood glucose levels in diabetes.

Prescription:

• OTC

Dosage:

• No specific dosage for the syringe; it is a device used to administer the insulin dose prescribed by a doctor.

Therapeutic Category:

• Medical Device – Insulin Delivery Accessory.

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Not applicable; the syringe is made of medical-grade plastic with a stainless-steel needle and includes measurement markings for precise dosing.

Variant:

• Available in various sizes (e.g., 1 mL, 0.5 mL, or 0.3 mL) with different needle lengths and gauges.

Consume Type:

• Single-use disposable medical device.

Directions/Usage:

• Draw up the prescribed dose of Lantus insulin into the syringe.
• Check for air bubbles and expel them if present.
• Administer insulin subcutaneously as directed by your healthcare provider, usually in the abdomen, thighs, or upper arms.
• Dispose of the syringe immediately after use in an approved sharps container.

Common Side Effects:

• Mild discomfort or pain at the injection site.
• Rarely, minor bruising or bleeding.
• Risk of hypoglycemia if incorrect insulin dose is administered.

Package Type:

• Typically packaged in sterile, sealed boxes containing multiple syringes (e.g., 10 or 100 syringes).

Storage Advice:

• Store in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Ensure sterility by keeping syringes in their original packaging until use.

Safety Advice:

• Use only once to prevent infections or needle dulling.
• Dispose of used syringes responsibly in an approved sharps disposal container.
• Do not share syringes, even if sterilized.

Product Substitutes:

• BD Ultra-Fine Insulin Syringes.
• SureComfort Insulin Syringes.
• Monoject Insulin Syringes.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Lantus

Country of Origin:

• Germany