? Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide 100 Units/mL + 50 mcg/mL Injection Solution in Pre-filled Pen
? What is the use of Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide?
Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide is used to improve blood sugar levels in adult patients with type 2 diabetes. It contains two active ingredients that help your body control blood sugar levels:
- Insulin Glargine: A long-acting insulin that lowers blood sugar levels.
- Lixisenatide: A GLP-1 receptor agonist that helps your body produce more insulin during meals and reduces the amount of sugar your body makes.
This combination is used with oral diabetes medications (such as metformin, pioglitazone, or sulfonylureas) when these alone or with GLP-1 therapy or basal insulin are not sufficient to control blood sugar levels.
? Do not use Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide if:
- You are allergic to insulin glargine, lixisenatide, or any of the other ingredients in this medicine.
⚠️ Precautions and Warnings
Talk to your doctor before using Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide if you:
- Are taking other medications for diabetes.
- Have type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.
- Are under 18 years old.
- Have a history of gastrointestinal issues, or delayed gastric emptying.
- Have eye problems.
- Have or have had thyroid disease.
- Experience severe abdominal pain, which could be a sign of pancreatitis.
- Are dehydrated (due to vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive fluid loss).
⚡ Possible Side Effects
- Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide is given as an injection under the skin (subcutaneous injection). Do not inject into veins or muscles.
- Rotate the injection site within the area you inject each day to minimize the risk of lumps or skin indentations.
- Always use a new needle for each injection to avoid blockages and inaccurate doses.
- Dispose of needles safely after each use.
? Other Medications and Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide
Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including those bought without prescription. Particularly inform your doctor if you are using medications for:
- Contraception
- Pain relief
- Hormone replacement
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Asthma
- Depression
- Autoimmune disorders
- Infections
? How to Take Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide
- Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide is injected under the skin (subcutaneous). Do not inject into veins or muscles.
- Rotate the injection site to avoid lumps or skin indentations.
- Always use a new needle with each injection to ensure accurate dosing.
- Dispose of needles properly.
? Storage Instructions:
- Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiration date indicated on the pen label and packaging.
- Before opening: Store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C). Keep away from freezing.
- During use: You can carry Insulin Glargine + Lixisenatide with you and store it at room temperature (not exceeding 30°C) or in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) for up to 21 days. Dispose of after 21 days from the first opening.
Always protect the pen from light when not in use.