The patient has type 2 diabetes and is taking two kinds of insulin, Novomix penfill twice a day and Lantus injection. When should he stop taking Lantus?

You should stop taking Lantus only if your doctor advises you to do so after reviewing your blood sugar readings. Lantus provides the essential insulin your body needs over 24 hours, and stopping it suddenly may cause dangerously high blood sugar and serious complications, even if Novomix is continued.

Which is the better choice for insulin, Novorapid 100IU Injection or Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection?

Novorapid (insulin aspart) is a rapid-acting insulin used to control post-meal blood sugar spikes. Lantus (insulin glargine) is a long-acting basal insulin used to maintain stable blood sugar levels throughout the day and night. They serve different purposes, and the choice depends on your blood sugar pattern and your doctor's advice.

I have had type 1 diabetes for 12 years and currently take 14 units of regular insulin before lunch, 10 units before dinner, and 14 units of Lantus at 10 PM. Is this insulin regimen appropriate for me, or should it be adjusted?

Your insulin regimen may be appropriate if your blood sugar levels and HbA1c are within the target range and you are not experiencing frequent hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). Insulin doses should be tailored based on your blood glucose pattern, diet, and physical activity. Please consult your doctor to review your latest results and determine whether any adjustments are needed.

I have been diabetic for 10 years and am unable to control my blood pressure, which is 210 over 315, while taking Human Actrapid injection 20 units in the morning and evening, and Lantus injection 20 units at night. What should I do?

You must seek medical attention immediately, as a blood pressure reading of 210 over 315 is dangerously high and requires urgent hospital treatment. Such extreme levels, along with diabetes, carry a very high risk of stroke or heart failure, and your entire treatment plan must be reassessed by specialists in a clinical setting.

Is there a substitute injection available for Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection?

Yes, there are substitutes for Lantus 100IU per ml Solution for Injection, such as Basugine, Basaglar, Glaritus, and Glarzen New, which contain the same active ingredient (Insulin glargine) and work in the same way. You should consult your doctor before switching, as doses and injection pens may differ, and blood sugar monitoring is required.

Is the Lantus 100IU/ml Solution for Injection the same as my current Lantus 100IU/ml 5 x 3 ml cartridge? What is the difference?

Yes, both contain the same insulin glargine at the same strength and work in the same way to control blood sugar. The difference is only in the delivery method, as the solution vial is used with a syringe, while the cartridge is used with a compatible insulin pen.