Being a diabetic, Basaglar is the long-lasting insulin that is prescribed for me. I also take Admelog before meals. I do know that I take a large dose of insulin, but I do try to adjust some things to try to be able to take a lower dosage. It is easier to titrate the Admelog than the Basaglar. The reason for this is I test my glucose numbers before each Admelog shot. My Primary Care Physician is currently handling my diabetes because my last Endocrinologist isn't practicing in my area anymore. Her practice was at Deborah Heart & Lung Center and they ended their diabetes Program. In addition, it took me a long time to find an Endocrinologist in my insurance plan that practices in my little slice of Ocean County, New Jersey. I am even considering looking back in Monmouth County, which is where I used to reside.
Regardless, I have been on a high dose of insulin even when I had an Endocrinologist. I don't make up the dosage, it is prescribed! Yet whenever I refill my prescription, I always run out before the insurance company allows me to refill the Basaglar. I will even mention to the pharmacist that their date is wrong and they will agree with me but supposedly they can't do anything. Therefore, I try to ration my last few doses. I guess the insurance companies are smarter than the doctors! This is currently the only medication that I have this problem with. I have had prescribed medications denied, but that's a different issue.
On one occasion, I had a pharmacist screw up their math but that doesn't happen anymore. My current pharmacy does try to work with me as best as they possibly can, but I do realize their hands are tied also. This just becomes frustrating when this issue comes up every time!