Type 1 Changes to make to Lantus Dose Day Before Surgery

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Fionar1303

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Hi folks; I am to have a lap chole and am not sure how much I need to reduce my Lantus by the night before the surgery. I have read to take 50% of the normal amount but I have also read to take 80% of the dosage.
Can anyone advise?

Many thanks


Fiona R
 
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To be honest, I don't think there is a correct answer. I understand the logic around reducing the basal dose to minimise the chance of having a hypo. However, when I had an op (not a lap chole), I kept my dose the same as I thought the stress of the op was likely to cause my levels to rise anyway.
Do you have a DSN who you can contact and get an opinion from someone who knows you and your op?
 
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