Regular Human Insulin

Dosage Forms Available

• Regular Human Insulin is available as a solution for injection in vials, cartridges, and prefilled pens.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Regular Human Insulin can be used in both adults and children, as advised by the doctor, according to blood sugar levels and individual insulin requirements.

Contraindications

• Regular Human Insulin is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to insulin or any of the ingredients of this medicine.

• Regular Human Insulin should not be used during episodes of low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).

Other Medications to Avoid With This Medicine

• Regular Human Insulin may interact with antidiabetic medicines (such as metformin and glimepiride), corticosteroids (such as prednisolone), beta-blockers (such as propranolol and atenolol), diuretics (such as furosemide), thyroid medicines (such as levothyroxine), and certain antidepressants (such as fluoxetine).

• Alcohol may affect blood sugar levels and increase the risk of hypoglycaemia while using this medicine.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Regular Human Insulin may cause severe hypoglycaemia, sweating, confusion, shakiness, dizziness, blurred vision, seizures, or unconsciousness. Seek immediate medical attention if these symptoms occur.

• If you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately for advice. Missing insulin doses may lead to high blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar regularly and avoid taking extra doses without medical advice.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and may improve with proper dose adjustment and blood sugar monitoring. However, if you experience severe low blood sugar, allergic reactions, or worsening symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.

• Always carry a quick source of sugar, such as glucose tablets, fruit juice, or candy, to help manage low blood sugar symptoms.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Regular Human Insulin may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery if blood sugar levels become too low or too high. Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, sweating, blurred vision, or confusion.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Regular Human Insulin may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding if recommended by your doctor. Blood sugar monitoring and dose adjustments may be required during this period.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution is advised in patients with kidney disease, liver disease, adrenal gland disorders, thyroid disorders, heart disease, and older adults.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Follow a balanced diabetic diet and avoid skipping meals while using this medicine to help maintain stable blood sugar levels.

• Monitor blood sugar levels regularly as advised by your doctor.

• Engage in regular physical activity and maintain a healthy body weight to improve blood sugar control.

• Rotate injection sites regularly to reduce the risk of skin thickening or irritation at the injection site.