Is Basaglar Fast Acting

Basaglar (insulin glargine) is a long-acting insulin that starts to work several hours after injection and keeps working evenly for 24 hours. Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood.

How fast does Basaglar insulin work?

Like Lantus, Basaglar has its peak effect about 12 hours after injection – after this 12-hour mark, the effect of basal insulin glargine (whether Basaglar or Lantus) will slowly start to wear off, which means glucose levels could start to rise.

Is Basaglar fast acting or long acting?

BASAGLAR is a long-acting insulin that is only available with a prescription. It is used to control high blood sugar in: adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. children with type 1 diabetes.