Abasaglar ® (basal insulin glargine)

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Abasaglar® (insulin glargine): Missed dose

In the event of a missed dose of Abasaglar, physicians may use their clinical discretion based on the patient's situation.

Detailed Information

There is no one rule on what to do in the event of a missed dose of insulin, including IGlar.

Patients with a missed dose of Abasaglar should :

  • test their blood glucose and their urine for ketones as soon as any symptoms of hyperglycaemia occur,1

  • monitor their blood glucose frequently,1

  • do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose, and 1

  • contact their physician.1

For patients who miss a dose of Abasaglar, physicians may use their clinical discretion regarding resumption of dosing. Factors that may be considered by physicians include :

  • the wide spectrum of disease progression

  • individual dosing ranges

  • time from the missed dose, and

  • concomitant medications.

References

1. Abasaglar [package leaflet: information for the patient]. Eli Lilly Nederland B.V., The Netherlands.

Glossary

Abasaglar = Abasaglar® (insulin glargine) 100 units/mL

IGlar = insulin glargine

Date of Last Review: December 06, 2019

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