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About Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART is a combination of rapid-acting human insulin and longer-acting insulin analogue to treat diabetes mellitus in both children (above 2 years of age) and adults. It maintains blood sugar levels in adults and children. Diabetes mellitus is a condition that affects the way your body processes glucose. In Diabetes Mellitus Type 1, the body does not make enough insulin to control blood sugar levels. In Diabetes Mellitus type 2, either the body stops producing enough insulin (the hormone which helps to decrease sugar levels in the blood), or there is resistance to insulin action. As a result, insulin is produced in large amounts, but it cannot act on the organs of the body.

Uses of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill

Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Medicinal Benefits of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART works by ensuring rapid and stable sugar control. INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART is combination of fast-acting and intermediate acting insulin that helps lower blood sugar levels after the intake of food. Prevents the risk of having severe complications of diabetes. It stimulates the recovery of sugar in muscle and fat cells and thus suppresses the production of sugar in the liver. INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART helps in improving the glycaemic control which in turn decreases the risk of progression of complications of diabetes like damage of retina (retinopathy), damage of kidney (nephropathy), damage of nerve cells (neuropathy), delayed wound healing, diabetic foot ulcer and others.

Directions for Use

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART is administered 15 minutes before taking meal subcutaneously (SC) in the abdomen or thigh region. However, subcutaneous injection of INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART in the abdomen region ensures a faster absorption than other injection sites. INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART is usually given once or twice daily when both rapid and prolonged effect of insulin is desired. Do not inject this medicine into a vein or a muscle. If you are not well trained to self-administer INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART, ask a healthcare professional to administer it. Procedure for self-injecting insulin: • You should wash your hand first before injecting insulin. • Then roll the insulin bottle and wipe the bottle top. • Now pull the syringe's plunger down to an appropriate number of units your doctor has prescribed. • Push the needle into the bottle and push syringe plunger down. • Now again pull the plunger down to an appropriate number of units prescribed by the doctor. • Pick the injection site and wipe it with an alcohol swab. Now, pinch up the skin, push the needle into the skin, and then push the plunger. • The needle should be kept under the skin for at least 6 seconds to make sure the entire dose is injected. • After injecting the insulin pull out the needle and dispose of the syringe safely. And then you can have a meal or snack.

Side Effects of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill

• Weight gain
• Injection site allergic reaction
• Rash
• Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Itching

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART is for subcutaneous (under the skin) use only and should never be administered intravenously (IV) or in the veins. If you are changing the insulin brand or if you need to inject your insulin by another method, it should be done under strict medical supervision. Cases of heart failure have been reported when pioglitazone was used with insulin, especially in patients at high risk of cardiac heart failure. The first hyperglycemia symptoms (high blood sugar level) may include excessive thirst, dry mouth, increased frequency of urination, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, flushed dry skin, loss of appetite, and acetone odour of the breath. You should closely monitor these symptoms. Symptoms like heart failure, weight gain and oedema (fluid deposition in tissue) should not be overruled. It is advisable not to consume alcohol as it may either increase or decrease your blood glucose level. Care should be taken while travelling across more than two time zones. Your doctor may adjust your insulin schedule. INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART may decrease the level of potassium, leading to a state of hypokalaemia that, if left untreated, may lead to respiratory paralysis, irregular heartbeat rhythm, coma, and even death. Do not take INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART if you have any low blood glucose levels, kidney, liver, or heart problems, or problems with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART may have an interaction with bleeding disorder drugs (octreotide), antibiotics (isoniazid, ciprofloxacin, gatifloxacin), blood pressure-lowering pills (metoprolol), lipid-lowering pills (reserpine, niacin, clonidine, fenofibrate, guanethidine), pain killers (aspirin), antidiabetic (pramlintide, pioglitazone), anti-asthmatics (albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART should not be given to patients with kidney disease, liver disease, low blood sugar/glucose level (hypoglycaemia), and low potassium level (hypokalaemia).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART to avoid unpleasant side-effects. Alcohol may either decrease or increase the blood sugar level which can be fatal.

PREGNANCY

If you are pregnant or become pregnant follow your doctor's advice about using insulin. During pregnancy controlling diabetes is very important and having high blood sugar may cause problems in both the mother and the baby.

BREAST FEEDING

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART can be given safely to nursing mothers but only under the supervision of a physician.

DRIVING

Drive with caution, INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability. Your ability to concentrate and react may be reduced if you have hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

LIVER

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

INSULIN ASPART PROTAMINE+INSULIN ASPART to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.