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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. It helps control blood sugar levels in adults and children with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) or Type 2 diabetes (T2D). Admelog (insulin lispro) is very similar to Humalog (insulin lispro) and is known as a "follow-on" insulin to Humalog. This medication is given under the skin, either as an injection or as an infusion with an insulin pump. It's available in a vial (Admelog) or a pre-filled pen (Admelog SoloStar). The most common side effect is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia).

Indications for Admelog

Pros and Cons for Admelog

Pros

  • Starts to work within 15 minutes to lower blood sugar levels
  • Available as a prefilled pen, which can be easier to use than the vial
  • Can be used in a continuous insulin pump
  • Dose can be easily adjusted

Cons

  • Must be given with every meal, if using as meal time insulin
  • Might be difficult for some people to administer correctly
  • Higher 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

  • Spread of infections from sharing injection supplies
  • Risk of high and low blood sugar levels
  • Dangerously low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
  • Allergic reaction
  • Low blood potassium levels
  • Swelling from fluid buildup and risk of heart failure
  • Dangerously high blood sugar levels or buildup of ketones (for people who use insulin pump)

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
$190.72$328.30
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Basaglar1 carton / five 3ml kwikpens of 100 units/ml
$228.82$399.81
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