Basaglar insulin should only be applied once a day and has a long-lasting effect because it can keep insulin levels stable throughout the day and may be useful in case of type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
This is a biosimilar drug, since it is the cheapest copy, but with the same efficacy and safety of Lantus, which is the reference medicine for this treatment. This insulin is manufactured jointly by Eli Lilly and Boerhringer Ingelheim, and has recently been approved by Anvisa for marketing in Brazil.
It can be purchased with a prescription from major pharmacies, which can cost on average 70% less than Lantus insulin. Learn more about when and how to use Lantus insulin.
What is it for
Basaglar insulin is indicated for the treatment of people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who require the action of a long-acting insulin for the control of excess blood sugar and should be indicated by the doctor.
Thus, this drug works by lowering blood glucose levels and allowing glucose to be used by body cells throughout the day and is usually used with other fast acting insulin or with oral antidiabetic agents, such as Metformin, for example. Understand the main remedies used to treat diabetes, and when insulin is indicated.
How to use
Basaglar insulin is used by injections into the subcutaneous layer of the skin of the abdomen, thigh or arm. The applications are done once a day, always at the same time, as the doctor says.
Possible side effects
Some of the major side effects that may be caused by the use of Basaglar insulin are hypoglycemia, lipodystrophy or allergic reactions at the application site. These effects are diminished if the person makes correct insulin applications, following the schedule, proper diet and care guidelines at the time of application.
Who should not use
Basaglar insulin is contraindicated indicated for patients allergic to insulin glargine or any of the components of the drug formulation.
