
Basalog Refil 100iu/ml Cartridge
Manufacturer
Biocon Biologics Ltd
Salt Composition
Insulin Glargine (100iu)
Key Information
Short Description
Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge is a long-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children.
Dosage Form
Solution for Injection
Introduction
Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge can be prescribed alone or along with fast-acting insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the maximum benefit. If you stop taking it, your blood sugar levels may rise very high which may put you at risk of serious complications. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
How it works
Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge is a long-acting insulin that provides consistent all-day sugar control. It works like your body's natural insulin. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.
Quick Tips
Inject Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge under the skin once daily at the same time every day Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site Exercise regularly Eat a healthy diet and take your other diabetes medicines (if prescribed) alongside