INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION Benefits & Uses

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2
Gestational Diabetes

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 1 Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gestational Diabetes Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.7 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION Related Warnings

Is the use of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION safe for pregnant women?

Insulatard is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Insulatard for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION on the Kidneys?

Insulatard 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 INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION with Other Drugs

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pioglitazone

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Mild

Chlorpromazine

Clonidine

Rifampicin

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Kidney Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Peripheral Neuropathy

Frequently asked Questions about INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION

Is this INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION has not been reported.

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

After taking INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION for mental disorders.

No

INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION

Taking INSULATARD HM PENFILL 100IU 3M INJECTION and alcohol together may cause some problems. If you notice any of these side effects, it is best to go to your doctor.

Mild