Optisulin TM
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Active ingredients: insulin glargine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OPTISULIN 100IU/mL insulin glargine (rbe) 3mL solution for injection cartridgeConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Insulin glargine is an insulin analogue indicated for once-daily subcutaneous administration in the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus in adults and children and type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults who require insulin for control of hyperglycaemia.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- clear colourless solution in glass cartridge
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 x 3mL pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient insulin glargine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
