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Admelog

(insulin lispro)

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Basaglar

(insulin glargine)

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Summary for Admelog

Prescription only

Admelog (insulin lispro) is a fast-acting insulin that's used at mealtimes. It helps control blood sugar levels from food in adults and children with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes. Admelog (insulin lispro) is very similar to Humalog (insulin lispro). It's called a "follow-on" insulin (or "copy") to Humalog. Admelog (insulin lispro) is usually given under the skin as an injection or through an insulin pump. It comes in vials (Admelog) or prefilled pens (Admelog SoloStar). The most common side effect is low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).

Indications for Admelog

Pros and Cons for Admelog

Pros

  • Starts to lower blood sugar levels about 15 to 30 minutes after each injection
  • Available as a prefilled pen, which can be easier to use than the vial
  • Can be used with an appropriate continuous insulin infusion pump

Cons

  • Should be given with every meal, if using as mealtime insulin
  • Can put you at risk of low blood sugar if not used properly or if the dose is too high
  • Might cause weight gain

Common Side Effects for Admelog

  • Low blood sugar

Warnings for Admelog

  • Risk of infections from sharing injection supplies
  • Risk of too high or too low blood sugar with changes to your insulin regimen
  • Low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
  • Allergic reactions
  • Low potassium levels
  • Swelling and risk of heart failure when used with certain diabetes medications
  • Dangerously high blood sugar levels and ketoacidosis due to insulin pump problems

Summary for Basaglar

Prescription only

Basaglar (insulin glargine) is a long-acting insulin. It's used to manage blood sugar levels in adults and children with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes. Basaglar (insulin glargine) is given as an injection under the skin once per day. Your healthcare team will determine your dose based on different things, such as your diet and your blood sugar levels. This medication comes as a pre-filled pen called Basaglar KwikPen, as well as a smart insulin pen called Basaglar Tempo Pen that can connect to a smartphone. Some side effects of this medication include low blood sugar levels and pain or swelling at the injection site.

Indications for Basaglar

Pros and Cons for Basaglar

Pros

  • Long-lasting insulin that provides consistent, all-day blood sugar control
  • Given once per day
  • Available as a prefilled pen that can easily fit into your purse or pocket
  • Doses can be easily adjusted
  • Can use in type 1 diabetic children as young as 6 years old

Cons

  • Must be given as an injection under the skin
  • Might be difficult for some people to administer correctly
  • Can cause weight gain and low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
  • Doesn't come as a vial, which some people might prefer instead of prefilled pens
  • Not available as a lower-cost generic yet

Common Side Effects for Basaglar

  • Infection (up to 24%)
  • Common cold (up to 16%)
  • Respiratory tract infection (up to 8%)

Warnings for Basaglar

  • Risk of infections with pen sharing
  • Risk of high and low blood sugar levels
  • Dangerously low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
  • Low blood potassium levels
  • Swelling and heart failure when used with certain diabetes medications
  • Severe allergic reactions

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Admelog1 carton / 5 solostar pens of 3ml
$196.01$544.81
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Basaglar1 carton / five 3ml kwikpens of 100 units/ml
$258.60$399.99
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