Insucare R Information

Insucare R is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Diabetes Type 1 are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Insucare R has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Insucare R depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Insucare R have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Insucare R go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Insucare R's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Insucare R's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Insucare R have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Insucare R with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Insucare R is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Insucare R Benefits & Uses
Insucare R Dosage & How to Take
Insucare R Side Effects
Insucare R Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Insucare R with Other Drugs
Insucare R Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Insucare R
Insucare R Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Insucare R Benefits & Uses

Insucare R is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1

Other Benefits

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

Insucare R 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: 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: Before 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: Before 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: Before 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
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

Insucare R Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Insucare R is used -

Moderate

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

Mild

Swelling

Insucare R Related Warnings

Is the use of Insucare R safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Insucare R without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Insucare R safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Insucare R on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Insucare R on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Insucare R on the Liver?

Side effects of Insucare R rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Insucare R on the Heart?

Insucare R is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Insucare R with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Pioglitazone

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Mild

Rifampicin

Chlorpromazine

Clonidine

Insucare R Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Insucare R

Is this Insucare R habit forming or addictive?

Insucare R does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Insucare R as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Insucare R 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, the use of Insucare R in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Insucare R Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Insucare R

There is no information on the effects of taking Insucare R with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Insucare R

Drinking alcohol while taking Insucare R may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild