Basaglar (insulin glargine injection) Rx
KwikPen, 100units/mL, per 3mL Pen
$98.15 per pen

Basaglar (insulin glargine injection) Rx

Pen

  • Usually ships within one business day with veterinary approval.

  • Requires veterinary authorization.

  • Your pet's veterinarian will provide directions for use.

  • Additional $19.99 cold packed ;FedEx next-day service shipped Mon-Thurs required.

  • Limit 3 pens per invoice.

What is Basaglar Insulin for Dogs and Cats?

  • Insulin is a hormone that is naturally produced by the pancreas to converts sugar (glucose) to energy. 
  • Insulin therapy is prescribed to pets with diabetes because they are unable to produce their own insulin or cannot use it properly. 

Why do cats and dogs use Basaglar?

  • Basaglar is a type of long-acting insulin used to lower blood sugar in animals with diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes).

What else should I know about Basaglar?

  • Once opened, Basaglar pens must be used within 28 days or be discarded.
  • Visually inspect Basaglar prefilled pens for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration. Only use if the solution is clear and colorless with no visible particles.
  • Do not freeze Basaglar. Do not use Basaglar if it has been frozen.
  • Basaglar must be protected from direct heat and light.
  • Basalgar can be used with syringes or pen needles. Pen needles are sold separately.
  • Basaglar is a U-100 insulin. There are 100 dosing units per mL. Use U-100 syinges to help you dose properly if you don't use pen needles.
  • Requires cold-packed, Next-Day shipping service. The Saturday delivery is an extra $20 charge to the carrier. 

What problems could my dog or cat have with Basaglar?

  • Be careful about overdoses can be fatal.
  • Double-check the dose and the amount in the syringe. Learn the signs that indicate your animal’s blood sugar is low.
  • Skin reactions at the injection sites. Rotate injections sites to decrease the likelihood of this happening. If this effect is severe, worsens, or continues to be a problem, contact your veterinarian.

How do you use Basaglar?

  •  Basaglar dosage will be determined by your veterinairan. Basaglar comes in a KwikPen device that can administer multiple doses as small as 1 unit, simply twist the end dial

What is in Basaglar?

  • The drug in Basaglar is insulin glargine. Insulin glargine is also found in Lantus. 
  • Basaglar is a type of long-acting insulin.

Will I get what I see in the picture?

  • Basaglar is a brand name. You will receive the exact brand that you request.

Is it important for my dog or cat to finish all of the Basaglar?

  • Dogs and cats may use Basaglar for different lengths of time. Please consult your veterinarian if you have any questions.