NOVO NORDISK
SKU: 21498
It is a biphasic insulin preparation that contains a mixture of short-acting and intermediate-acting insulin. It is a pre-mixed insulin suspension, containing a combination of 30% short-acting insulin (Regular Insulin) and 70% intermediate-acting insulin (Isophane Insulin). This combination helps provide both rapid and prolonged blood sugar control. The concentration is 100 IU per mL, with each vial containing 10 mL of the suspension.
Benefits:
- Designed to help individuals with diabetes.
- Provides both immediate and prolonged blood glucose control, making it suitable for managing diabetes throughout the day.
- Reduces the risk of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) after meals due to its rapid onset of action.
Precautions:
- Patients should monitor their blood glucose levels regularly to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
- It is essential to adjust dosages based on individual needs, physical activity, and dietary changes.
- Caution is advised in patients with renal or hepatic impairment as insulin metabolism may be affected.
Side Effects:
- Common side effects include hypoglycemia, weight gain, injection site reactions (such as redness or swelling), and allergic reactions.
- Rare but serious side effects can include severe hypoglycemia leading to loss of consciousness or seizures.
Main Ingredients and Their Benefits:
- Insulin Isophane (Intermediate-acting insulin): Helps maintain stable blood glucose levels over an extended period by providing a slow release of insulin.
- Insulin Regular (Short-acting insulin): Provides rapid control of postprandial (after meal) blood glucose spikes by acting quickly after administration.
- Sodium Chloride: Used to maintain isotonicity in the formulation, ensuring that the solution is compatible with body fluids.
Benefits:
- Designed to help individuals with diabetes.
- Provides both immediate and prolonged blood glucose control, making it suitable for managing diabetes throughout the day.
- Reduces the risk of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) after meals due to its rapid onset of action.
Precautions:
- Patients should monitor their blood glucose levels regularly to avoid hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
- It is essential to adjust dosages based on individual needs, physical activity, and dietary changes.
- Caution is advised in patients with renal or hepatic impairment as insulin metabolism may be affected.
Side Effects:
- Common side effects include hypoglycemia, weight gain, injection site reactions (such as redness or swelling), and allergic reactions.
- Rare but serious side effects can include severe hypoglycemia leading to loss of consciousness or seizures.
Main Ingredients and Their Benefits:
- Insulin Isophane (Intermediate-acting insulin): Helps maintain stable blood glucose levels over an extended period by providing a slow release of insulin.
- Insulin Regular (Short-acting insulin): Provides rapid control of postprandial (after meal) blood glucose spikes by acting quickly after administration.
- Sodium Chloride: Used to maintain isotonicity in the formulation, ensuring that the solution is compatible with body fluids.
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