Generic
Protamine Crystallised Insulin Aspart
Pharmacology
The primary activity of Insulin Aspart is the regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin Aspart bind to the insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells and lower blood glucose by facilitating the cellular uptake of glucose and simultaneously inhibiting the output of glucose from the liver.
Dosage Administration
The primary activity of Insulin Aspart is the regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin Aspart bind to the insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells and lower blood glucose by facilitating the cellular uptake of glucose and simultaneously inhibiting the output of glucose from the liver.
Side Effects
Instructions to be given to the patient before injecting this Insulin: According to the instruction given with ConviPen, insert the cartridge into the pen correctly & equip the needle Gently turn the pen upside down for 8-10 times until the insulin in the cartridge becomes uniformly mixed suspension Remove the needle cap, discharge air bubbles in the catridge Adjust the dosage button to get correct dose & inject to the specific site In order to avoid cross contamination, do not let the needle touch anything during the process of preparation.
Therapeutic
A number of drugs affect glucose metabolism and may require dose adjustment. The following substances may reduce the Insulin as well as Insulin Aspart requirements: Oral anti-diabetic products, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, propoxyphene, pentoxifylline, salicylates and sulfonamide antibiotics. The following substances may increase the Insulin as well as Insulin Aspart requirements: Thiazides, glucocorticoids, thyroid hormones, beta-sympathomimetics, growth hormone and danazol. Beta-blockers, clonidine, lithium salts, and alcohol may either potentiate or weaken the blood glucose lowering effect of insulin.
Storage Conditions
Side effects of Insulin Aspart are hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reaction, lipodystrophy, pruritus and rash.
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