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Q: I started taking Lantus. I know it’s a “bed-time” medicine but I work nights. Can I take it during the day?
I am up at night but when i’m off, i’m up during the day. I don’t have much consistency. Can I take it during the daytime instead?
A: You can take lantus at anytime you want, as long as you take it about the same time everyday.
I know of someone that takes it when they first wake up in the morning. They had trouble remembering to take it before they went to bed, and their Dr. suggested taking it in the morning when they first woke up.
I have also heard of people who take two doses 12 hours apart. That could possibly be appropriate for you as well, but you should probably talk to your Dr. to find help in finding the best way for you to take your Lantus. You may need to work with him/her to find the best for you because of your odd work schedule
Q: How long is medicine good after using?
Now i have a medicine called Lantus SoloStar. It says on the directions, to use up to 28 days after opening. I havn’t used all of it and it has been about 40-45 days after i have opened it and im wondering it would still be safe to use and what side affects there would be from using it?
A: i checked google and one article said to Never use it after the experation date
so i dont know if yours has a experation date but i would check with your pharmacy or doctor just to be sure.
Q: A patient takes 30 units of Lantus, It comes in a 100U/ML vial, how many days will the medicine last?
A: Assuming its a 10 ml bottle then there are 1000 units per bottle.
1000 units divided by 30 units a day = 33.3 days.
So the bottle will last 33.3 days but the manufacturer recommends discarding the vial of Lantus 28 days after opening.
Q: Does anyone know about Lantus insulin?
I’m new with Lantus insulin and my doctor knows nothing. Does anyone know the profile of this medicine, how long it works, when does it peak, is there a graph I could look at?
A: Lantus is a long-lasting insulin without peaks, and provides coverage for 24 hours. It is often used in conjunction with a quick-acting coverage insulin, sucn as Humalog, or Novalog, on sliding scale, for those occasional peaks in glucose levels at mealtimes. My question to you, though, is who prescribed it?Was it your primary physician? My doctor wanted to change me over to Lantus about 5 years ago, but was unsure about dosing, and referred me to an endocrinologist, who are more experienced with this, as it’s their specialty in practice. If your doctor is unsure, or doesn’t know the medication, ask for a referral or recommendation.
Q: is swelling, pain and decreased mobility a known side effect to taking Lantus insulin for the first time?
Medicine started by uncontrolled type 2 diabetic with known Latex allergy
A: No, definitely not.
If you have swelling and pain at the injection site, you may have an infection. Is it hot too? Is there any redness? These are all signs of infection.
The other possibility is an allergic reaction which is extremely rare.
You should probably see your doctor asap. If you can’t see him today, then get to a clinic or emergency room.
Q: Does this sound like too much medicine & insulin?
I had a doctor’s visit today. He has added another medicine to my routine:
Novolog (short acting insulin)
Lantus (Long acting insulin)
Byetta injection
Glucophage 2000mg
Glipizide 20
Actos 30
It just sounds like alot, but he doesn’t seem to think so.
Am I crazy?
I am a type 2. The doctor started me with the pills first, then added the Byetta. It’s supposed to “even out” your BS better than pills alone. NOW, he’s added both the insulins in the last 2 months. I just think it sounds like a lot of medicine for one person.
A: Out of all those, the insulins are the safest meds.
Lantus is a very good insulin and Novolog or another short acting insulin is required with it. As far as I know Byetta is not normally used with insulin, and all those other meds are not usually used with insulin either.
There’s some info on diabetes drugs here
http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/17977284.php
http://www.diabetes.org/type-2-diabetes/oral-medications.jsp
and also here in a downloadable PDF
http://www.diabetes.org/uedocuments/df-rg-type2-drugs-0108.pdf
I certainly wouldn’t want to be on all those, the more oral meds you have, the higher the risk of complications or interactions causing serious side effects. Ask your doctor about going off the last two or even the last 4.
Actos can have some very serious side effects, including edema and even heart failure, according to one report I’ve read, and it isn’t very effective. I woudn’t consider it worth the risk.
Glipizide increases the insulin the body makes. Not neccesary when you are taking insulin.
Glucophage isn’t needed with short acting insulins.
Out of all the things you are taking, to me, the insulins are the most effective and also the safest ones to take.
That’s just my opinion.
If I were you, I’d talk to my doctor and ask why am I still taking all these oral meds when I’m on insulin? I might even get a second opinion if the answer wasn’t satisfactory.
Good luck!
Q: I’m trying to find out how long an individual has taken metformin without serious side effects?
I’m a fairly new type II diabetic. I have to use 2000mg of metformin daily plus 30units of Lantus insulin. I am just curious to know how long someone has used metformin without serious side effects. It just seems like an awful lot of medicine to take the rest of my life. It just seems like it would do some kind of harm to the human body. Thanks
A: I took Metformin (1,000mg) for five years with only occasional diarrhea.. no long term ill effects. I quit on Dec. 13th after learning that I could control my type 2 with the right diet and exercise and my energy level increased quite a bit. If you’re interested in cutting back on the medication, you might want to study up. I’ve posted a lot of useful stuff on my diabetes info page:
http://www.geocities.com/seabulls69/Type_II_Diabetes.html
Q: Out of medicine and no money, what should I do?
I am diabetic and take Lantus, which costs about $125 per vial (which last me a little more than one week). Chances are my sugar will shoot up to between 250 and 350 almost all of the time when I’m not taking Lantus (normal is like 70-110). I do not have insurance. I also cannot afford to purchase this right now. I have applied for patient assistance programs and anticipate getting them, but I only have one day left of medicine. What should I do?
A: I know how you feel. talk to your dr and tell them you are almost out. they always get samples of meds. i is rediculous the price of meds. i take 2 different insulins,lantus and Novolog plus 2000 mg of pills a day.plus all my other meds. and then if something happens to us it is our fault for not taking care of our selves,which is not the case we just can not afford what we need. Also try calling the company,maybe they can help.if you can email me,i can ship you a few bottles that i have. if that would help. i know how hard it is manage.. but please email me and i hope it will be possible to ship….
Q: I am a diabetic and trying to get pregnant.?
I am a diabetic and trying to get pregnant. I have been unsuccessful for over a year. I do have one child already(a five yr. old), but since I have started taking Lantus. Is it my medicine or me? My cycle is never really normal, it changes. I have had diabetes for 24 years (type 1) with no complications as of yet. Any help or thoughts?
A: go ahead
Q: Has anyone been given a medicine called K-Phos?
I’m recently diagnosed diabetic. Male, 5′8″, 159lbs, One shot of Lantus daily and Novolog if needed at meals and bedtime. I was recently hospitalized for ketoacidosis. I had got the flu and was sick for a couple of days and it sent me into DKA within 24 hours, wow was I sick. Intensive care unit. When leaving hospital was prescribed K-Phos tablets. They have to be dissolved in water twice daily. Anyone know what they are for? How long can I take them and are they dangerous to my body? Does anyone have any experience with this medicine? I don’t see doc for another week. Thanks to those who answer.
A: Probably is potassium+phosphate, some necessary electrolytes you can be short on when dehydtrated (like due to DKA).
Doc puts me on K-Dur tablets anytime he also prescribes a diruetic because of diabetic edema.
Q: Can certain medicines cause extreme weight gain?
Within a year of beginning therapy with Novolog, Metoprolol, Tarka, Lassix, and Lantus, I had gained about fifty pounds although my eating and exercise habits were the same as they were before I began these therapies. I suspect that one or more of the medicines I was taking was the cause. And I am not a new diabetic – my insulin was just changed to Novolog and Lantus.
A: Yes, some meds can make you gain weight.
Increase your exercise, decrease your junk food intake, by 100%. Eat healthier.
Also, talk to your doctor. Sometimes some meds are not always necessary. See what he/she can do for you.
Q: I believe in alternative medicine?
How can I get good information about mixing perscription drugs with herbs and suppliments? My family Dr. does not know this data and has no advice for me. I take verapil, lipitor, lantus insulin, glycacide, digoxin and a direretic. also Prozac. I am bipolar. I weight 300 lbs. down from 430., 20 yrs ago. I have arrthmeia and have had congestive heart failure. My diabetes is not under good control 9 on the Aic. My heart attack was 20 yrs ago. i have an eating disorder and sleep apenia and insomnia. I am also disabled due to a back injury and a bad fall that injured my knees. I also have degerative disc disease and my hips are not in good shape. I walk only a few feet. I have pain and my stamina is very low. advice from anyone who has good information about these things is greatly appreciated. I am 65 years old and alone. I have a small dog.
A: a well qualified naturopath will be able to tell you, go to a pharmacy, alot of them have information on contraindications of herbs and meds nowadays
find a naturopath with a phd if u can
i would def talk to a professional naturopathic doctor tho, dont try and treat urself because the internet can be very decieving for information
Q: HOw to treat chest conjestion which is like glue-?
already taking 1200 mg mucinex twice a day prescribed by Dr. Have diabetes, high blood pressure(controlled) high cholesterol- taking Pravisatin for that- recently switched from Avenida to actos for diabetes control, also take lantus, The last time this happened the Dr gave me steroids and my kidneys shut down Is the mucinex helping? could it be my medicine and if it is how do I prove it? Is there a blood test?
A: Are you having breathing problems? If you have breathing problems and sticky, white mucus that you’re coughing up or is coming out of your lungs, it’s probably asthma. Ask your doctor for an x-ray (in case it’s a bacterial infection) or for a pulmonary function test. The mucinex just loosens the mucus. Actos’ only side effects are headaches, sore throat and muscle pain. Pravasatin’s only side effects are nausea, diarrhea, and headaches. Hope it helps. Feel better!
Q: Diabetes HELP ASAP!!!?
i am a type one diabetic, who is currently taking humalog and lantus. I ran out of lantus and i cant go get my insulin from the pharmacy for about a week. How bad will it hurt me without my medicine if there is no way for me to get it?!?
> my mom is off from work and needs to wait until she gets a check to pay for it
> my boyfriends mom is going through the town where i get my insulin from but wont go get it because she said NO
A: First, why can’t you get it for a week?
Second, you can still prevent DKA by taking a shot of humalog about every 4 hours or so. Your sugars will probably still be screwed up, but it should prevent DKA.
Q: I have type II diabetes.?
I am taking Lantus insulin and Actos plus 800mg (2 pills per day)
My friend (type II) used to take an insulin and now she is taking DuetAct oral medicine and she is no longer to take insulin again.
Any suggestions? Any new oral medicine to replace my insulin.
Thanks!
A: You are taking a great drug–lantus. Some people call it the poor man’s pump ( Insulin pump ) and I agree.
How is your weight? Weight loss has very much been correlated with much better control and a decreased need for insulin ( both injection and anti-diabetes pills). Exercise is also very good for you to do.
Your doctor probably put you on injection insulin because your blood sugars are not well-controlled and you need to fix this. Taking the Lantus helps a great deal so don’t stop taking it.
Talk to your doctor about adjusting your meds. Look at you weight, exercise and food intake and if you can try to adjust in this area, go for it. Lifestyle changes are the most difficult to make but once you do. you are on the road to better overall health.
Good luck!
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