This is a combination of two insulin preparations: Insulin Isophane / NPH and Human Insulin / Soluble Insulin. Insulin Isophane / NPH has a prolonged duration of action, while human insulin / soluble insulin has a fast onset of action. Together, they ensure rapid and consistent sugar control by facilitating reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and suppressing the production of sugar in the liver.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Interactions / Warnings
Alcohol CAUTION It is unsafe to consume alcohol with This. Taking Insulin regular with alcohol may reduce the blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. warnings Pregnancy PROBABLY SAFE This is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation SAFE This is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby. warnings Driving Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is low or high. If this happens, do not drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION This should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of This may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment. warnings Liver CAUTION This should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of This may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Prescription
Item requires a valid prescription
Side Effects
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) Injection site allergic reaction Skin thickening or pits at the injection site (Lipodystrophy) Itching Rash Edema (swelling) Weight gain
