Warning: the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute since, the judgment of your pharmacist. it should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your doctor before using it med.

Insulin - injection

(in-sue-lin)

common brand names: Humulin, Iletin I NPH, Novolin

Novolin L Usage: Insulin is used to treat diabetes mellitus. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, & blindness.

How to use Novolin L: Insulin must be injected. Learn the proper way to inject insulin. cash the dose carefully. Clean the injection site with rubbing alcohol. Change the injection site daily to prevent skin bulges or pockets. do not inject cold insulin. insulin container you currently using can be kept at room temperature. length about time you can store it in room temp. depends on the product. Consult you're physician. Insulin is frequently injected 30 minutes before meal. some inject at bedtime. Ask some your pharmacist or nurse for following info about injecting insulin as it varies depending on your insulin treatment plan. Monitor your urine or blood sugar as prescribed. Keep track about your results. this is very important in order to determine the correct insulin dose. Follow every of your doctor's directions carefully.

Novolin L side effects: Insulin may cause minor & usually temporary side effects such as rash, irritation or redness at the injection site. To help prevent hypoglycemia, eat meals on regular schedule. Too much insulin may cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). symptoms include cold sweat, shaking, rapid heart rate, weakness, headache & fainting which, if untreated, may lead to slurred speech and other behaviors that resemble drunkenness. If you experience these symptoms, eat fast source about sugar such as glucose (glutose, etc.) table sugar, orange juice, honey or non-diet soda. Tell your doctor about reaction. Too little insulin can cause symptoms of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) which include confusion, drowsiness, rapid breathing, fruity breath odor, increased urination or unusual thirst. If these symptoms occur, contact your pharmacist. your insulin dose needs adjustment. in unlikely chapter you have an allergic reaction to this med, seek doctor attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your pharmacist or pharmacist.

Novolin L Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have had allergic reactions, especially to beef, pork or poeple insulin & about your medical history especially of: thyroid problems, kidney or liver disease, any current infection. Dosage adjustments may be required when you become sick, under stress, or when quitting smoking. Consult you're physician if you catch a cold or flu, become nauseated or if your blood glucose levels high. Fat deposits can occur if injection site isn't rotated. check your sugar readings before & after exercise. You may need snack beforehand. Tell some your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. Insulin is not excreted in to breast milk. Nevertheless, consult your pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Novolin L drug interactions: Before you use insulin, tell you're doctor of every prescription & nonprescription pills you are taking especially: beta-blockers (acebutolol, atenolol, betaxolol, esmolol, metoprolol, carteolol, nadolol, penbutolol, pindolol, propranolol, timolol, bisoprolol), fenfluramine, MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), salicylates (aspirin-like compounds), dexfenfluramine, steroids (e.g., prednisone, hydrocortisone), birth control pills, sulfa antibiotics, water tablets, ACE inhibitors, octreotide, isoniazid, niacin, estrogens, cold and allergy medications, pills that contain alcohol or sugar. another medications can affect action of insulin & can alter results of urine tests for sugar or ketones. don't start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or physician approval.

Novolin L Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, seizures, muscle weakness, slow or shallow breathing, headache, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, shakiness, nervousness, fast heartbeat, hunger, or sweating.

Novolin L special notes: do not share it tablet with others. it is recommended you attend diabetes education program to understand diabetes and every important aspects of Its treatment including meals/diet, exercise, personal hygiene, tablets & getting regular eye, foot & medical exams. Consult your physician or pharmacist. Keep every medical appointments. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., liver & kidney function tests, fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, complete blood counts) will be performed to monitor for side effects and response to therapy. Regularly check your blood or urine for sugar, as directed by your doctor or physician.

If you missed Novolin L dose: It's very important to follow some your insulin regimen exactly. do not miss any doses of insulin. Discuss specific instructions with your physician now, in case you miss a dose of insulin in future.

Novolin L Storage: Insulin may be stored under refrigeration up to expiration date noted on package and should be discarded after that date. Consult your pharmacist for storage requirements of youre particular form/type of insulin, including room temperature storage options. don't expose insulin to heat or sunlight. do not freeze.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Insulin