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Generic: Insulin Aspart

Form: Injection 100IU/ml

Indication

Diabetes mellitus

Administration

SC injection Should be taken with food. Administer immediately within 5-10 minutes before a meal. When administered by SC injection, insulin aspart should generally be used in regimens with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin Administer subcutaneously in the upper arm, thigh or abdominal wall. A subcutaneous injection into the abdominal wall results in a faster absorption than from other injection sites. Injection sites should be rotated within the same region to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy

Adult Dose

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Child Dose

Subcutaneous Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Improvement of glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus >2 years: May require 0.8-1.2 units/kg/day SC during growth spurts; adolescents may require <1.2 units/kg/day; otherwise, may use 0.5-1 unit/kg/day

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Dose adjustments may be needed.

Contraindication

Hypoglycaemia. Hypersensitivity to any of the components.

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)', 'Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)', 'Injection site allergic reaction', 'Itching', 'Rash']}

How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is fast-acting insulin. It starts working within 10-20 minutes after injection. It works like your body's natural insulin. Insulin facilitates reuptake of glucose in muscles and fat cells and also blocks the release of glucose from the liver.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you have missed a dose of __NAME__, your blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia). Check your blood sugar and then take the next dose accordingly.

Safety Advice

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with __NAME__.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Safety Advice

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.