Apidra 100IU Cartridge is used to improve blood sugar control in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is a fast-acting type of insulin that helps to lower blood sugar levels after meals and reduce the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes.
Apidra 100IU Cartridge is normally prescribed along with a long-acting type of insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Check your blood sugar levels regularly, keep track of your results and share them with your doctor. This is very important to work out the correct dose of the medicine for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, itching, and rash. To prevent these, it is important to always inject the correct dose of medicine, have regular meals (do not skip), and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
USES OF APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
- Diabetes
BENEFITS OF APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
In Diabetes
Apidra 100IU Cartridge is a modern, rapid-acting form of insulin that helps to control high blood glucose (sugar) levels. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your cells so your body can use it for energy. It begins to lower your blood glucose level within 10-20 minutes of injecting it and the effect can last for 3-5 hours. You will need to learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this medicine for it to be most effective.
Lowering blood glucose levels helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.
SIDE EFFECTS OF APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
Common side effects
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
HOW TO USE APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
HOW APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
Frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE APIDRA SOLUTION FOR INJECTION?
STORAGE
Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Store in a refrigerator (2-8°C)
Do not freeze
Keep the vial in the outer carton in order to protect from light
Opened vials once in use, the vial may be stored for a maximum of 4 weeks in the outer carton below 25°C away from direct heat or direct light. Do not use the vial after this period
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Do not use this medicine if it does not appear clear and colourless
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