HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION

Question 1

What if I use more than recommended dose of HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION?

Accepted Answer

If you use more than recommended dose of HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION, your blood sugar may become low (you feel dizzy and drowsy). Please inform your doctor immediately and do as advised to avoid any unpleasant side effect.

Question 2

What if I miss a dose of HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION?

Accepted Answer

If you use less HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION than you should, your blood sugar levels may increase. Please check your blood sugar. And also, do not inject a double dose to make up for a forgotten/missed dose.

Question 3

Can HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION cause oedema?

Accepted Answer

Yes, HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION can cause oedema (e.g. swelling in arms, ankles; fluid retention), specially at the start of insulin therapy or during a change in therapy to improve control of your blood glucose. If it persists, please consult your doctor.

Question 4

Is HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION safe to use in every diabetic patient?

Accepted Answer

HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION can be given to treat both the condition of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, your doctor will decide whether HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION can be given to you or not depending on your present condition. HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION should be avoided in patients who are allergic to HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION or other forms of insulin. It should be avoided in patients suffering from low potassium level (hypokalemia), moderate to severe kidney disease or liver disease. Inform doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Question 5

In how much time does HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION shows its effect?

Accepted Answer

HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION shows its effect within half an hour after you take it. It shows maximum effect between 1-4 hours after you take and its effects lasts up to 24 hours. But the effect may change from person to person, consult your doctor for further information.

Question 6

What happens if you don't refrigerate HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION?

Accepted Answer

HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION is a cold chain medicine which has to be stored 2-8 degree celsius only else its efficiency of reducing blood glucose level declines. Do not keep inside the freezer. So, if it is not stored between 2-8 degree celsius its efficiency may decrease.

Question 7

I am travelling to a different time zone, should I inform my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you should inform your doctor before travelling specially when travelling to a different time zone as dose adjustment may be required.

Question 8

What is the best body site to inject HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION?

Accepted Answer

HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION should not given into the veins or intravenously (IV) route. It should be only administered in the subcutaneous region below the skin. Abdomen regions (stomach) is the best site for the injecting HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION. However, you can also inject HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION in the upper arm, or thigh region, as suggested by your doctor.

Question 9

Does regular administration of HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION lowers potassium level?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Prolonged administration of HUMINSULIN N 100IU INJECTION may lower your potassium level. So, close monitoring of potassium level is required. So, it is advisable to have regular medical test of potassium level.

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