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Reviewer: James, 75 or over Male on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)
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I've used Lantus for Seven years without even one problem. Just remember,Lantus is a time release insulin. so if i'm going to eat a big meal, i take a little Humalog about 20 minutes before i eat, so my blood-sugar won't spike."I have a 110 ave." 54
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Reviewer: steveh3226, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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Been Taking Lantus for almost 2 months now and still not regulating my Sugar started with 20 units Daily now up to 40 Units and sugar still fasting in the morning is well over 200 sometimes over 300
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Reviewer: 35-44 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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I was diagnosed with Type 2 about 10 weeks ago. Dr. put me on Lantus. I am taking 24 units each night (and Humulin in the a.m. if glucose is below 150 per dr.'s instructions). So far, I've only needed the Humlin four times. Lantus seems to do a nice job keeping my glucose levels under control. Occasional spikes and lows seem to be attributable to diet choices and exercise patterns. M
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Reviewer: 45-54 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)
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I've been on Lantus in conjunction with my humalog. I take it at night. It significantly aids me in controlling by blood sugar. If there is a problem it's because I'm not controlling my diet.
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Reviewer: mac920, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)
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