Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular Benefits & Uses

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2
Gestational Diabetes
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Metabolic Syndrome

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular 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

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular is used -

Severe

Anaphylactic reaction

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Allergic reaction
Confusion
Dizziness
Wheezing
Peripheral Edema
Peripheral Neuropathy

Mild

Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Swelling

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular Related Warnings

Is the use of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular safely.
Is the use of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular on the Kidneys?

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular on the Liver?

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular with Other Drugs

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Pioglitazone

Gatifloxacin

Pioglitazone

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Metoprolol

Amlodipine

Alcohol

Metformin

Niacin

Metoprolol

Propranolol

Conjugated Estrogens

Isoniazid

Niacin

Metformin

Alcohol

Captopril

Mild

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular

Is this Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular habit forming or addictive?

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular does not cause addiction.

Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular

Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Insulin Isophane (NPH) + Insulin Regular are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.