Novorapid Flexpen 100 IU/ml Injection 5*3 ml For Diabetes

Points of interest:

• Novorapid Flexpen is given by injection under the skin in the abdominal (belly) wall, the thigh, the upper arm, the shoulder or the buttock.

• Novorapid Flexpen is usually given immediately before a meal, although it may be given after a meal if necessary.

• Be aware of the signs of hypoglycemia (sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat, blurred vision, shakiness, anxiety, headache, dizziness, weakness).

• Rotate injection sites to prevent damage to the tissue under the skin.

• If you experience hypoglycemia, consume glucose or simple carbohydrate (e.g. candies, soft drinks, sugar, honey), once your blood glucose returns to normal, eat a snack or a meal.

• Insulin is usually injected under the skin; pinch the skin to reduce the chance of injecting a blood vessel.



Side effects of Novorapid Flexpen:

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).

• Disturbed vision.

• Swollen joints.



Cautions:

• Adjustment of dose may be necessary if patients undertake increased physical activity or change their usual meal plan.

• Take care if you have trouble with your kidneys or liver, or with your adrenal, pituitary or thyroid glands.



Interactions of Novorapid Flexpen:

• Beta blockers: signs of hypoglycemia can be masked when beta blockers given with insulin.

• ACEI: the effect of insulin can be enhanced by ACEI.



Indications:

• Novorapid FlexPen used for diabetes mellitus.



Size :

5*3 ml



Made In:

Argentina