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Lantus

Insulin Glargine Recombinant

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5.5  Effectiveness
5  Side Effects
4.6  Holistic Benefits
RateADrug users have reported 8 side effects and 2 holistic benefits for this medication.
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The generic name of this medication is insulin glargine and brand names are Lantus; Lantus OptiClik Cartridge; and Lantus Solostar Pen.

The active ingredient is insulin glagine and inactive ingredients are glycerol; m-cresol; zinc; and water for injection.

It is primarily used in the treatment of Type I and Type II diabetes.
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Thirty-two year old actress dies from cardiac arrest. She had type 2 diabetes and a thyroid condition, and it has been rumored that she also had a drug problem.
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Lantus 5.47 4.43 4.06 17 Get Info
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Effectiveness of Lantus by Condition
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Lantus, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 15.4% 7.7% 53.8% 23.1% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 28.6% 57.1% 14.3% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 23.1% 76.9% 0% 0%
Breathing 0% 7.1% 78.6% 14.3% 0%
Confidence 8.3% 8.3% 83.3% 0% 0%
Coordination/Motor Skills 8.3% 8.3% 66.7% 8.3% 8.3%
Digestion 15.4% 7.7% 76.9% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 7.1% 14.3% 71.4% 7.1% 0%
Energy 7.7% 0% 76.9% 7.7% 7.7%
Eyesight 7.7% 7.7% 76.9% 0% 7.7%
Memory 7.7% 15.4% 76.9% 0% 0%
Mental Clarity 7.1% 21.4% 71.4% 0% 0%
Pain 7.7% 23.1% 69.2% 0% 0%
Patience 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Sexual Health 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Skin Complexion 8.3% 8.3% 75% 8.3% 0%
Sleep 0% 23.1% 76.9% 0% 0%
Stress Level 7.1% 21.4% 71.4% 0% 0%
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Commonly Reported Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 91.7% 8.3% 0% 0% 0%
Appetite Loss 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Bloating 83.3% 8.3% 0% 8.3% 0%
Breathing Difficulties 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Change in Weight 43.8% 31.2% 12.5% 6.2% 6.2%
Diarrhea 83.3% 8.3% 0% 8.3% 0%
Dizziness 64.3% 21.4% 14.3% 0% 0%
Fever 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Flu-Like Symptoms 61.5% 23.1% 0% 15.4% 0%
Gas 64.3% 14.3% 0% 21.4% 0%
Headache 69.2% 23.1% 7.7% 0% 0%
Indigestion 90.9% 0% 0% 9.1% 0%
Itching 66.7% 25% 8.3% 0% 0%
Low Blood Sugar 63.6% 27.3% 0% 9.1% 0%
Muscle / Joint Pain 63.6% 0% 0% 18.2% 18.2%
Nausea 69.2% 15.4% 0% 7.7% 7.7%
Skin Rash 91.7% 0% 8.3% 0% 0%
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Other Possible Side Effects Ratings
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Anemia 91.7% 0% 8.3% 0% 0%
Dehydration / Thirst 66.7% 16.7% 0% 16.7% 0%
Discolored Urine 90.9% 0% 9.1% 0% 0%
Drowsiness 69.2% 7.7% 7.7% 15.4% 0%
Fatigue 69.2% 7.7% 0% 23.1% 0%
Indigestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Low Blood Sugar 0% 100% 0% 0% 0%
Metallic Taste in Mouth 72.7% 18.2% 9.1% 0% 0%
Muscle / Joint Pain 0% 50% 0% 50% 0%
Swelling 81.8% 18.2% 0% 0% 0%
Vomiting 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
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Episodes since taking Lantus
Since taking Lantus Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:
Auto Accident 5.9%
Fall 5.9%
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User Comments about Lantus
08 Mar 2010 I havn't had a low since i started this medication and i do not have to have the pump
   —Posted by Anonymous
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08 Mar 2010 I like lantus bc it has helped me from going low and I'm glad i dnt have to wear the pump
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19 Jan 2010 in the 6 months I have been on it, I have had shingles, superficial phlebitis, tendonitis and frozen shoulder.....I have gained 15 pounds as well...
   —Posted by Anonymous
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24 Dec 2009 I don't think that lantus is working for me but I am afraid to stop using the medicaton. I feel that it is making me crazy.
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26 Jul 2009 I like using Lantus because it is long lasting. I only have to use it before I go to bed. Because it is long lasting I don't have to worry about my sugar spiking in the middle of the night.
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