Hold the Dose Knob in and count to 5 slowly You should see insulin at the tip of the Needle If you do notsee insulin, repeat the priming steps, but not more than 4 times If you still do notsee insulin, change the Needle and repeat the priming steps Small air bubblesare normal and will not affect your dosePronunciation (INsulin GLARjeen) Brand name (s) Basaglar , Lantus Uses Insulin glargine is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with diabetes Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problemsBasaglar® KwikPen® (insulin glargine injection) 100 units/mL 2 5 Wipe the pen tip with an alcohol pad 6 Remove the seal on the needle cap Do not share needles or insulin pens with anyone else Do not reuse needles 7 Twist or push (based on the needle type) the needle straight onto the pen tip For each injection 1
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