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  • Rezvoglar (insulin glargine)
    Basaglar (insulin glargine)
  • Rezvoglar (insulin glargine)
    Basaglar (insulin glargine)

  • Summary of Rezvoglar vs. Basaglar

    Summary for Insulin
    Prescription only

    Rezvoglar KwikPen is the brand name for insulin glargine (or insulin glargine-aglr). It's a long-acting insulin pen for adults and children with diabetes. This medication is an FDA-approved insulin biosimlar; it's highly similar to Lantus (insulin glargine). Rezvoglar (insulin glargine) is injected under the skin once a day. But it might cause side effects such as low blood sugar and reactions at the injection site.

    Summary for Insulin
    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 of Rezvoglar vs. Basaglar

    Indications for
    •Type 1 diabetes (T1D)
    •Type 2 diabetes (T2D)
    Indications for
    •Type 1 diabetes in people ages 6 years and older
    •Type 2 diabetes in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Rezvoglar vs. Basaglar

    Pros and Const for Insulin
    Pros
    •A long-lasting insulin that's used once daily for stable, all-day blood sugar control
    •Comes as an injectable pen that's small enough to fit in your purse or pocket
    •Easily adjustable doses to make a customized regimen tailored to your needs
    •One of the most effective medications for controlling blood sugar
    Cons
    •Must inject the medication under the skin
    •Must get needles for the pen separately
    •Can cause weight gain like other insulins
    •Can cause low blood sugar, especially if you don't take the medication consistently or have an inconsistent meal and exercise schedule
    Pros and Const for Insulin
    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 of Rezvoglar vs. Basaglar

    Common Side Effects for

    Type 1 diabetes in children:

    •Upper respiratory tract infection (14%)
    •Other infection (14%)
    •Sore throat (8%)
    •Runny nose (5%)

    Type 1 diabetes in adults:

    •Upper respiratory tract infection (22%)
    •Other infection (9%)
    •Accidental injury (6%)
    •Headache (6%)

    Type 2 diabetes in adults:

    •Upper respiratory tract infection (29%)
    •Swelling in arm or leg (20%)
    •High blood pressure (20%)
    •Flu-like symptoms (19%)
    •Sinus infection (19%)
    •Cataract (18%)
    •Bronchitis (15%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Infection (up to 24%)
    •Common cold (up to 16%)
    •Respiratory tract infection (up to 8%)

  • Warnings of Rezvoglar vs. Basaglar

    Common Side Effects for
    •Risk of infections from sharing pens and needles
    •Risk of changes to blood sugar levels with changes to your insulin regimen
    •Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
    •Severe allergic reaction
    •Low potassium levels
    •Swelling and risk of heart failure when using with certain diabetes medications
    Common Side Effects for
    •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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