¿Qué es Toujeo Solostar?

Toujeo Solostar es un análogo de insulina de acción prolongada utilizado para el manejo de la diabetes mellitus en adultos y pacientes pediátricos de 6 años en adelante. Se administra mediante una pluma precargada (SoloStar) y está diseñada para ayudar a controlar los niveles de azúcar en la sangre durante 24 horas, contribuyendo en el mantenimiento de un perfil de glucosa en sangre estable.

Side Effects

• Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, uneven heartbeat
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, trouble breathing, tiredness

Warnings

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease (including heart failure), or ketoacidosis (high ketones and acid in the blood).
• This medicine may cause the following problems:Low blood sugar (more likely if you also take other medicines, including beta-blockers)Fluid retention or heart failure (when used with thiazolidinedione [TZD] medicine)
• This medicine can cause low blood sugar. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.