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Just can't cope any more!

Bigrobxxx

Bigrobxxx

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Hi I am taking lantus which is a slow release insulin I am also taking aprisa which is quick acting the problem I have is when taking the lantus it really really burns and the pain is so intense I tried taking in different places but still painful, any suggestions please?? Xx


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You could ask about switching from Lantus to Levemir.

Lantus is slightly acidic and some people suffer with the burning sensation you describe.
 
robert72 said:
You could ask about switching from Lantus to Levemir.

Lantus is slightly acidic and some people suffer with the burning sensation you describe.
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That's what I was going to say!
I used to have the same problem. Lantus stings like a bee sometimes!
I switched to levimir and the problem was solved :)

Indiana x


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I have had the same problems with lantus and didnt realise it was actualy the drug i thought it was the injection site
 
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