INSUGEN N 40

About

INSUGEN N 40 contains NPH (Neutral Protamine Hagedorn) insulin, an intermediate-acting insulin used to control high blood sugar in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. NPH insulin is a suspension of insulin with protamine, which slows its absorption and prolongs its action compared to rapid or short-acting insulins. It typically starts working within 1.5 to 4 hours after injection, peaks in 4 to 12 hours, and its effects can last for approximately 12 to 18 hours.

This type of insulin is designed to provide a basal level of insulin throughout the day or night, helping to manage blood glucose levels between meals and overnight. It is often administered once or twice daily, either alone or in combination with rapid-acting insulin or oral antidiabetic medications, as part of a comprehensive diabetes management regimen tailored to individual patient needs and glycemic targets.

Uses

• Control of high blood sugar in adults and children with type 1 diabetes.
• Management of high blood sugar in adults and children with type 2 diabetes.
• Provides basal insulin coverage between meals and overnight.
• Used as part of a multi-insulin regimen or with oral antidiabetics.

Directions For Use

Administer subcutaneously into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm, as directed by your doctor. Rotate injection sites to prevent lipodystrophy. Do not inject intravenously or intramuscularly.

Benefits

• Provides sustained blood glucose control.
• Effective for managing fasting and overnight blood sugar.
• Can be combined with other insulins or oral agents.
• Well-established and reliable treatment for diabetes.
• Helps prevent long-term diabetes complications.
• Flexible dosing regimen (once or twice daily).

Side Effects

• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
• Injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling)
• Lipodystrophy (fat changes at injection site)
• Weight gain
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching)
• Peripheral edema (swelling of extremities)
• Blurred vision (temporary)
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Sweating
• Tremor
• Palpitations

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Alcohol can lower blood sugar and increase the risk of hypoglycemia when using insulin. Consume alcohol in moderation and with food, monitoring blood glucose closely.
• Pregnancy - Insulin is generally considered the preferred treatment for diabetes during pregnancy. Close monitoring and dose adjustments are essential.
• Breastfeeding - Insulin is safe to use during breastfeeding as it does not pass into breast milk in significant amounts.
• Liver - Patients with liver impairment may require lower insulin doses due to reduced glucose production and metabolism. Close monitoring is necessary.
• Kidney - Patients with kidney impairment may require lower insulin doses due to reduced insulin clearance. Close monitoring and dose adjustments are crucial.
• Lung - No specific contraindications or significant interactions related to lung conditions are typically noted for INSUGEN N 40.

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