Insulin Glargine-yfgn Injectable

Giving your pet an injection might feel intimidating at first, but with practice, it becomes routine. Follow these steps for safe and stress-free injections.

Get Your Supplies Ready

1. Medication vial or pre-filled syringe
2. Alcohol swabs
3. Sterile syringe & needle (if not pre-filled)
4. Sharps container for safe needle disposal

Drawing Up the Dose (if needed)

1. Clean the vial top with an alcohol swab
2. Attach needle to syringe
3. Pull in air equal to the dose
4. Insert needle into vial, push air in
5. Draw out the correct dose
6. Tap out air bubbles

Pick the Injection Site

1. Subcutaneous (under the skin): Loose skin between shoulder blades or side
2. Intramuscular (into muscle): As directed by your vet

Prep the Area

1. Pinch a fold of skin to form a “tent” (for subcutaneous). Wipe with alcohol if recommended.

Inject the Medication

1. Hold the syringe like a pencil
2. Insert the needle into the base of the skin tent at a 45° angle
3. Push the plunger slowly to inject

After the Injection

1. Remove the needle smoothly
2. Place it immediately in the sharps container (don’t recap)
3. Pat the area and give your pet praise or a treat

Safety Tips

1. Never reuse needles
2. Always dispose of used needles properly
3. Ask your vet for help if unsure

Insulin glargine-yfgn is a long-acting human insulin analog. Insulin lowers blood glucose by promoting glucose uptake in muscle and fat tissue and by reducing glucose production in the liver. According to the manufacturer’s labeling, insulin glargine-yfgn is FDA-approved to improve glycemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus. That labeling was written for human patients. The actions described here reflect the product’s FDA-approved labeling; your veterinarian determines the appropriate use for your animal. Prescription only. Use only under the direction of a licensed veterinarian. This information is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis, prescribing, or monitoring.

Low blood sugar is the most common and most serious risk with any insulin. Signs can include weakness, trembling, unsteadiness, lethargy and seizures, so contact your veterinarian or an emergency clinic right away if you see them. Use only U-100 insulin syringes with this 100 units/mL product, check the label before every injection and never mix it with other insulins or dilute it. It is not for intravenous use, and the solution should be clear and colorless. Switching between insulin products, strengths or manufacturers should happen only under veterinary supervision with closer glucose monitoring. Rotate injection sites as your veterinarian directs, and never share syringes or needles. Corticosteroids, diuretics and thyroid hormones can reduce the glucose-lowering effect, while ACE inhibitors, fluoxetine, sulfonamide antibiotics and other diabetes medications can raise the risk of low blood sugar. Tell your veterinarian about every medication and supplement your pet receives. The labeling also warns about low potassium and allergic reactions, so contact your veterinarian about facial swelling, hives or difficulty breathing. Store unopened vials in the refrigerator without freezing and protect them from heat and light. An opened vial may be kept refrigerated or at room temperature for up to 28 days.