Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Composition of Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Basalog Refil Initiation Kit contains Insulin glargine 100 IU/mL (3 mL refill cartridge). It belongs to the Long-acting insulin analogue (basal insulin) class of medicines.

Uses of Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

• Diabetes mellitus requiring basal insulin: Type 1 diabetes (with short/rapid-acting insulin) and Type 2 diabetes when diet
• exercise and/or oral antidiabetics are insufficient

Key benefits

• Once-daily basal glucose control
• Helps reduce fasting blood sugar
• Provides sustained 24-hour insulin effect
• Supports improved HbA1c when used with diet/exercise and other therapy

How Basalog Refil Initiation Kit works

Insulin glargine is a long-acting basal insulin analogue. After subcutaneous injection it forms microprecipitates that slowly release insulin, providing near 24‑hour glucose-lowering with a relatively flat profile.

How to take Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

For subcutaneous use only. Inject once daily at the same time each day into abdomen, thigh or upper arm; rotate injection sites. Use the cartridge only with the compatible reusable pen as instructed in the initiation kit; prime the pen before each use and do not share needles/pen. Can be taken with or without food; dose is individualized by the doctor.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Contact your doctor or diabetes nurse for advice — do not take a double dose to make up for a missed injection.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe low blood sugar, leading to fits or unconsciousness — this is a medical emergency. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Most side effects of Basalog Refil Initiation Kit are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hypoglycaemia
• injection site pain/redness/swelling
• lipodystrophy
• weight gain
• peripheral edema
• rash
• itching

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Warnings and precautions

Risk of hypoglycaemia—monitor blood glucose and carry fast-acting sugar. Do not use for treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis or via IV/insulin pump. Do not mix or dilute insulin glargine with other insulins. Use caution in renal/hepatic impairment, elderly, irregular meals, increased physical activity, or during illness; dose adjustments may be needed. Watch for allergic reactions and signs of low potassium. Rotate sites to reduce lipodystrophy.

Do not take Basalog Refil Initiation Kit if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not to be used during an episode of low blood sugar.

Interactions with other medicines

Other antidiabetics (additive hypoglycaemia), beta-blockers (may mask hypoglycaemia symptoms), ACE inhibitors/ARBs (may enhance hypoglycaemia), corticosteroids/thyroid hormones/diuretics/sympathomimetics (may raise glucose), alcohol (may increase risk of hypo/hyperglycaemia), MAO inhibitors/salicylates (may enhance hypoglycaemia), thiazolidinediones like pioglitazone (risk of edema/heart failure with insulin)

How to store Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Store unopened cartridges refrigerated at 2–8°C; do not freeze; keep away from ice pack/freezer compartment. Protect from light; keep in original pack. After first use, store at room temperature (generally below 25–30°C as per pack insert) and use within the recommended in-use period; do not refrigerate in-use pen if label advises. Discard if solution is cloudy or contains particles.

Expert advice for Basalog Refil Initiation Kit

Keep an unopened supply in the fridge and the pen in use at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Always carry a fast-acting sugar source. Check your sugar as your doctor has instructed, and keep a record to take to appointments.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BIOCON LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Long-acting insulin analogue (basal insulin)