Eglucent Kwikpen Benefits & Uses

Eglucent Kwikpen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Eglucent Kwikpen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Eglucent Kwikpen Related Warnings

Is the use of Eglucent Kwikpen safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Eglucent Kwikpen on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Eglucent Kwikpen safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Eglucent Kwikpen in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Eglucent Kwikpen is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Eglucent Kwikpen on the Kidneys?

Eglucent Kwikpen can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eglucent Kwikpen on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Eglucent Kwikpen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eglucent Kwikpen on the Heart?

Eglucent Kwikpen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Eglucent Kwikpen with Other Drugs

Eglucent Kwikpen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Metoprolol

Niacin

Conjugated Estrogens

Clonidine

Prochlorperazine

Isoniazid

Selegiline

Octreotide

Metformin

Rosiglitazone

Pioglitazone

Eglucent Kwikpen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eglucent Kwikpen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Potassium Deficiency
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Eglucent Kwikpen

Is this Eglucent Kwikpen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Eglucent Kwikpen is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Eglucent Kwikpen as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Eglucent Kwikpen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Eglucent Kwikpen cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Eglucent Kwikpen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eglucent Kwikpen

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Eglucent Kwikpen and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Eglucent Kwikpen

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild