Insulin glargine is a prescription drug used to control blood sugar by providing a steady level of insulin. This eMedTV page explains how this medicine works to remove sugar from the blood, lists possible side effects, and covers general precautions.
While most people tolerate insulin glargine well, serious side effects can occur. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at possible side effects of insulin glargine, including those that are serious and require immediate medical care.
Insulin glargine uses include treating type 1 diabetes in adults and children and type 2 diabetes in adults. This eMedTV article further explains what insulin glargine is used for, including off-label uses, such as treating gestational diabetes.
As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended insulin glargine dosage will vary, depending on several factors, such your current dose of other insulins and other medical conditions you have. This page also outlines some tips on taking the medication.
As this eMedTV page explains, there are potential drug interactions with insulin glargine and other medicines, such as oral diabetes medications, ACE inhibitors, and certain antibiotics. This page describes the problems these interactions can cause.
This page of the eMedTV Web site describes several precautions and warnings with insulin glargine, such as the risk of low blood sugar and potential allergic reactions. This page also explains what to tell your doctor before taking the medication.
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