Lantus Solostar Coupons & Prices

Lantus Solostar FAQs

How much does Lantus Solostar cost without insurance?

Lantus Solostar without insurance usually costs around $114.27 for 1, 3ML of 100UNIT/ML Pen. To save, uninsured patients with diabetes can register on our website for a free Lantus Solostar savings card from SingleCare. Use this card or the coupons listed above to pay Lantus Solostar pen prices as low as $19.91 for 1, 3ml of 100units/ml Solostar Pen.

How much does Lantus Solostar cost with insurance?

Your copay on your Lantus Solostar prescription or refill will vary based on your insurance plan and healthcare provider. If you use a Lantus Solostar discount card from SingleCare, your Lantus Solostar prescription may cost as low as $19.91 for 1, 3ml of 100units/ml Solostar Pen. Sometimes this may be cheaper than your insurance. Ask your pharmacist to process your SingleCare card when you drop off your prescription to compare prices of Lantus Solostar and other prescription drugs.

Does Medicare cover Lantus Solostar and how much does it cost?

Most Medicare prescription plans cover Lantus Solostar. Ask the pharmacist at any of the SingleCare-participating pharmacies to compare your savings with Medicare versus the SingleCare discount program. You'll always have the option to choose the lowest Lantus Solostar pen price. 

How to save on Lantus Solostar

You can use coupons for Lantus Solostar from SingleCare to save significantly on your next refill. With a free SingleCare Lantus Solostar coupon, you could pay as low as $19.91 for 1, 3ml of 100units/ml Solostar Pen for your Lantus Solostar prescription. Eligible patients include anyone in the US with a valid prescription. There is no other eligibility criteria like applications or forms to fill out. 

Is there a generic of Lantus Solostar?

Lantus Solostar is a brand-name prescription drug that is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Sanofi-Aventis (Sanofi US). Lantus Solostar contains the active ingredient insulin glargine. Lantus Solostar is a biologic drug, meaning that it is made from living cells. A biosimilar is like a generic, but it is made for a biologic drug such as Lantus Solostar. Several biosimilars have been approved for Lantus Solostar, but are not available on the market yet. Until a more affordable alternative is available, you can save on your Lantus Solostar cost by using the SingleCare discount.

What is Lantus Solostar?

Lantus Solostar pen is approved by the FDA that contains long-acting, or basal, insulin. It is used by patients with diabetes to improve blood sugar control. Lantus Solostar insulin pens can be used in adults and children with Type 1 diabetes and adults with Type 2 diabetes. It is approved for use in children who are at least six years old. 

Do not use Lantus Solostar prescription medication if you are allergic to insulin glargine. You should not inject Lantus Solostar when you have low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) or if you are in a state of diabetic ketoacidosis.

Is Lantus Solostar a Tier 3 drug?

Insurance companies place drugs on various tiers in terms of pricing. While different insurance companies may vary in terms of tier structure, usually, there are 3 or 4 tiers. Tier 1 consists of generics, which are the least expensive. Tier 2 consists of higher-priced generics and less expensive brand-name drugs. Tier 3 includes more expensive brand-name drugs. Sometimes, there is a Tier 4, which includes specialty drugs. Lantus Solostar is generally categorized as a Tier 2 or 3 drug. 

What doses of Lantus Solostar are available?

The recommended dosage for Lantus Solostar is different for each patient. Your prescriber will tell you how many units to inject. Seek medical advice from your doctor only. He or she will decide the correct dosage for you, your blood sugar levels, and your age.

What are the side effects of Lantus Solostar?

The most common side effect of Lantus Solostar is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Other possible side effects that people experience include upper respiratory tract infection, headache, muscle pain, cough, swelling of the arms and legs, and diarrhea. It is important to change, or rotate, injection sites, each time you use Lantus Solostar, to avoid injection site lumps and pits. 

In some cases, people who take a drug called Actos (pioglitazone) with Lantus Solostar can develop new or worsening heart failure. If you have symptoms of shortness of breath, fatigue, and/or fast weight gain, tell your physician right away.

If you experience symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, get emergency medical help right away. 

You can experience other side effects if you take Lantus Solostar. Consult your doctor about other side effects not listed here.

What is an alternative for Lantus Solostar? 

Lantus Solostar is a basal, or long-acting, insulin. Besides Lantus Solostar, examples of other basal insulins include:

• Basaglar and Toujeo (also contain insulin glargine)

• Levemir (insulin detemir)

• Tresiba (insulin degludec): this is the longest-lasting basal insulin, and can last up to 42 hours. 

Your healthcare provider can give you more information about the different types of insulin and determine which type of basal insulin is best for you.