General Information on Humalog Insulin Cartridge
Humalog Insulin Cartridge is used for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. It is a fast-acting form of Insulin hormone and it is given to the patient in the form of a subcutaneous injection or continuous infusion.
The medicine works by helping the patient’s body to utilize sugar in a proper manner. It also lowers glucose content in the patient’s body, so that diabetes can be treated.
Humalog Insulin Cartridge is commonly used along with an insulin pump therapy or a long-acting form of insulin. In some cases, the patient may be advised to take sulfonylurea anti-diabetic medicines instead of long-acting insulin forms.
Side effects of Humalog Insulin Cartridge
Your doctor will need to make some necessary adjustments if you are suffering from a liver or kidney disease, nerve problem, thyroid, adrenal or pituitary gland problem or diabetic ketoacidosis. Before you buy Humalog Insulin Cartridge, do not forget to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding, if you are fasting, following a low-salt diet, have high sodium levels in your blood or if you smoke or drink alcohol.
Local area reaction may commonly occur at the site of injection. Symptoms include mild pain, itching, swelling or redness in the area where injection or infusion was given. Although these subside on their own within a few days, you should inform your doctor if any of these persist or worsen.
Some serious side effects associated with the drug include changes in vision, confusion, chills, dizziness, fainting, drowsiness, irregular or fast heartbeat, loss of consciousness, headache, mood changes, slurred speech, seizures, tremors, swelling, difficulty breathing, unusual sweating, trouble concentrating, wheezing, weakness or unusual hunger. Seek medical help if you develop any of these symptoms after using Humalog Insulin Cartridge.
You should look out for symptoms of allergy, especially if you are using Humalog Insulin Cartridge for the first time. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include hives on any part of body or on entire body, swelling and itching on throat, lips, tongue or face, trouble breathing, chest tightness or severe dizziness. Stop taking the medicine and seek medical attention immediately if you develop any of these symptoms.
Dosage of Humalog Insulin Cartridge
Usually, you will be given Human Insulin Cartridge 0.5 to 1 unit per kg per day. However, the dosage may vary, depending on your medical condition, stress level, co-administered drugs, meal patterns and your response to the treatment.
The injection is given subcutaneously, 15 minutes before food or immediately after the food.
You can also receive this medicine by a continuous subcutaneous infusion via an external insulin pump.
Drug Interactions of Humalog Insulin Cartridge
Before you buy Humalog Insulin Cartridge, inform your doctor if you are already taking beta blockers (e.g. clonidine, reserpine or lithium), angiotensin-converting inhibitors (e.g. fenfluramine, fluoxetine or disopyramide), corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone), progesterones (e.g. medroxyprogesterone), thyroid hormones (e.g. levothyroxine) or hormonal contraceptive such as birth control pills. These medicines may decrease the efficiency of Humalog Insulin Cartridge and may lead to high sugar level in your body.
Pharmacist Notes: We ship all insulin with ice packs as per the manufacturers
guidelines. The medicine will remain cool for the majority of the
shipping time however the last few days the product will likely reach
room temperature. Once you receive the insulin, immediately restore it
to the fridge and use prior to the expiration date. Insulin may
remain outside of the fridge for up to 30 days.
