General Information on Humulin N Insulin Cartridge
Humulin N Insulin Cartridge is indicated for treating diabetes. Active ingredient in the medicine is Insulin Isophane, and it is one of the man-made forms of insulin.
The medicine is given to the patient in the form of a subcutaneous injection. Insulin is a naturally produced substance that helps your body in utilizing sugar content in the diet you consume. Deficiency of insulin may lead to building up of sugar in your blood, which may increase your blood sugar levels significantly. Such a condition can lead to several health related issues including sexual function problems, kidney damage, and loss of limbs, blindness or nerve problems. The medicine works by supplying insulin to your body so that your blood sugar level can be lowered down.
Your doctor will also advise you to follow a complete treatment plan, which includes regular blood sugar tests, exercise regime, diet plan and weight control.
Side effects of Humulin N Insulin Cartridge
Your doctor will not recommend you to buy Humulin N Insulin Cartridge in case you have a liver or kidney disease, or if you are allergic to artificial form of insulin. Also, avoid alcohol intake during the treatment, as it may cause your blood sugar level to drop more than needed.
Local allergic reaction may commonly occur after receiving this injection. Symptoms of such condition include redness, pain, swelling or itching in the area where insulin was injected. Such a reaction normally subsides within a couple of days, but one must seek medical help if these side effects worsen or persist.
Humulin N Insulin Cartridge may sometimes cause your blood sugar level to go too low. Symptoms of such condition include trembling, shakiness, dizziness, weakness, trouble concentrating, rapid heart rate, skin paleness, anxiety or sweating. Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of these symptoms. He or she may decide to decrease your dosage or frequency of the injection. You should always carry a quick source of sugar, such as a hard candy or glucose tablet so that you can tackle the situation whenever your blood sugar goes too low.
Also inform your doctor immediately if you develop increased hunger, urination or thirst. These may be signs of high blood sugar, which means that you may not be receiving insulin in sufficient amount. In such a case, your doctor may decide to increase your dosage.
Dosage of Humulin N Insulin Cartridge
Humulin N Insulin Cartridge is given to the patient subcutaneously. The dosage recommended depends on the patient’s body weight, age, severity of hyperglycemia and response to the treatment.
Do not increase or decrease your dosage without consulting your doctor. If you need to discontinue taking the medicine, your doctor will create a plan in order to leave the drug gradually, instead of stopping it suddenly.
Drug Interactions of Humulin N Insulin Cartridge
Your doctor will not recommend you to buy Humulin N Insulin Cartridge if you are already taking MAO inhibitors, protease inhibitors, diuretics, salicylates, estrogens, corticosteroids, antibiotics or anti-psychotic medicines.
Also inform your doctor about all other drugs you are taking- prescribed and non-prescribed- you are taking at present. This includes herbal preparations and health supplements.
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.
