How to get started
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2
Check that you have
the correct insulin.
Lantus SoloStar is
grey with a purple
injection button.
Apidra SoloStar is
blue with a dark blue
injection button.
Remove the pen cap
and check that the
insulin is transparent.
3
Hold the pen with the
needle pointing up. Get
rid of any bubbles by
tapping on the insulin
reservoir.
4
5
Press the injection
button all the way in.
Check that there is
insulin coming out of the
tip of the needle
and that the
dose window
is displaying
”0”.
Attach a needle to
the rubber seal,
ensuring that it is
properly aligned with
the pen. Screw or
push the needle on
depending on which
needle you are using.
Select a dose of
2 units by turning the
dosage knob
clockwise. Remove
the outer and
inner needle covers.
Carry out a safety test prior to each injection
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