Lantus U-100 SoloStar
Lantus Insulin (insulin glargine injection) is a prescription injectable, long-acting insulin for treating diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats. Insulin glargine should be refrigerated until it has been opened, and then it must be kept at room temperature. It should never be stored in the freezer and should be protected from direct heat and light. Talk to your veterinarian about the right dosage for your pet.
Lantus consists of insulin glargine dissolved in a clear aqueous fluid. Each milliliter of Lantus (insulin glargine injection) contains 100 units (3.6378 mg) insulin glargine. The 3 mL prefilled pen presentation contains the following inactive ingredients per mL: 30 mcg zinc, 2.7 mg m-cresol, 20 mg glycerol 85%, and water for injection. The pH is adjusted by addition of aqueous solutions of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. Lantus has a pH of approximately 4.
Speak with your veterinarian and follow your pet's prescription for specific dosing instructions for your pet.
Storage
Refrigerate unopened Lantus Insulin 3mL. Opened Lantus Insulin 3mL must be stored at room temperature only. Lantus should not be stored in the freezer and should not be allowed to freeze. Discard Lantus if it has been frozen. Protect Lantus from direct heat and light. The shelf life of Lantus is 28 days after first use.