Lantus (Insulin Glargine) Dosage (Kitni leni hai)
Lantus (Insulin Glargine) dose is entirely individualized. Below are the key dosing principles — always follow your diabetologist's specific prescription.
Adult Dose (Baalgon ke liye)
- Individualized once-daily basal dose — the diabetologist sets the dose based on fasting glucose targets
- Injection timing: Same time every day — morning or night
- Never exceed the prescribed dose
- If a dose is missed, inject as soon as you remember the same day; take the next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose.
Starting Dose: As prescribed by diabetologist (often 10 units/day as starting point in T2D, adjusted by fasting glucose)
Usual Dose: Individualized — varies by fasting glucose pattern and body weight
Max Daily Dose: No fixed maximum — entirely individualized by diabetologist
Child Dose (Bachon ke liye)
Consult a paediatric diabetologist. Lantus can be used in children from age 6 years under specialist supervision, with weight-based dosing.
A child's dose is always decided by the doctor based on weight and age.
How to Take (Kaise leni hai)
- Subcutaneous injection — under the skin
- Clean skin with an alcohol swab
- Dial the correct dose in the SoloStar pen
- Insert the needle at a 90° angle
- Inject and hold for 10 seconds before removing the needle
- Rotation: Use a different injection site each time
- CRITICAL: NEVER mix with any other insulin in the same syringe
Best Time to Take (Kab leni chahiye)
- Same time every day — morning or night
- Bedtime dosing: check blood glucose before sleeping
With Food or Empty Stomach (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)
Lantus is meal-independent — inject at the same time every day regardless of whether you have eaten. Always eat regular meals — skipping meals while taking insulin increases hypoglycaemia risk.
Missed Dose (Dose chhoot jaye to kya karein)
If remembered the same day, inject immediately. Take the next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose.
Overdose (Zyada Dose)
Insulin overdose = Hypoglycaemia:
- Mild: Take glucose tablets, fruit juice, or 2-3 teaspoons of sugar; recheck in 15 minutes
- Severe (unconsciousness/seizure): Administer a glucagon injection and CALL AN AMBULANCE IMMEDIATELY — this is an EMERGENCY
Dose Summary Table
| Patient | Dose | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Individualized once-daily basal | Same time daily, as prescribed |
| Child (6+ years) | Weight-based — specialist only | Paediatric diabetologist supervision |
The information in this guide is for educational purposes only. Always confirm the dose with your diabetologist or pharmacist.