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Insulin - injection

(in-sue-lin)

common brand names: Humulin, Iletin I NPH, Novolin

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

Novolin N side effects: Insulin may cause minor and usually temporary side effects such as rash, irritation or redness at the injection site. To help prevent hypoglycemia, eat meals on a regular schedule. Too much of insulin can cause low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). symptoms include cold sweat, shaking, rapid heart rate, weakness, headache and fainting which, if untreated, may lead to slurred speech & other behaviors that resemble drunkenness. If you experience these symptoms, eat a quick source of sugar such as glucose (glutose, etc.) table sugar, orange juice, honey or non-diet soda. Tell some your pharmacist about reaction. Too small amount insulin may 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 healthcare professional. you're insulin dose needs adjustment. in unlikely episode you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Novolin N Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have had allergic reactions, especially to beef, pork or human insulin and of your medical history especially about: thyroid problems, kidney or liver disease, any current infection. Dosage adjustments may be required when you become ill, are under stress, or when quitting smoking. Consult youre doctor if you catch 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 a snack beforehand. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. Insulin isn't excreted into breast milk. Nevertheless, consult youre doctor before breast-feeding.

Novolin N drug interactions: Before you use insulin, tell your doctor about all prescription and nonprescription drugs 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 & allergy medications, medications that contain alcohol or sugar. other pills can affect the action about insulin and can alter results of urine tests for sugar or ketones. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or physician approval.

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

If you missed Novolin N dose: It's very important to follow your insulin regimen exactly. don't miss any doses of insulin. Discuss specific instructions with your healthcare professional now, in case you miss dose of insulin in future.

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

Medical alert: youre condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Insulin