FAQs ABOUT LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE
Q: Should LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE be refrigerated?
A: Yes. An unopened pack must be stored in the refrigerator (2°C - 8°C). During use or while carrying as a spare, keep it at room temperature to ensure uniform resuspension.
Q: Can LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE be mixed with other insulins?
A: No. LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE is already a pre-mixed combination of regular insulin and isophane insulin and therefore should not be mixed with other insulins. For more information regarding the direction of use contact your doctor.
Q: Is LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE safe during pregnancy?
A: Yes. LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE can be used during pregnancy if prescribed by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before administration.
Q: How long does it take for LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE to start working?
A: LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE is a fast-acting medicine where it begins to lower blood sugar levels about 30 minutes post administration and its effect would last for about 24 hours.
Q: Can LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE be given intravenously?
A: No. LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE is meant for subcutaneous use only (i.e., thighs, buttocks, abdomen, or upper arms). It should not be directly injected into the vein or muscle as it may cause severe hypoglycemia.
Q: What is the best area for injecting LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE? Should I inject it only at the same site every day?
A: The best place for injecting this medicine is front of your thighs, buttocks, abdomen, or upper arms. The insulin would work more quickly if it were injected into the waist (abdomen). Do not repeatedly inject the medicine on the same site. Instead, rotate the injection sites within the same area to avoid the risk of developing lumps or skin pitting.
Q: What is LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE used for?
A: LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE is used to treat diabetes mellitus (both type I and II).
Q: What are the most common side effects of taking LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE?
A: The most common side effects of receiving LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE are low blood sugar levels, pain, redness, itching, swelling or thickening at the injection site, lump formation under the skin and swelling of body parts. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.
Q: Can I stop therapy with LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE without consulting your doctor?
A: No. You should not stop therapy with LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE without consulting your doctor because it may lead to reversal of symptoms. If you feel better after using LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE, consult your doctor for advice.
Q: Will taking a higher dose of LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE be more effective?
A: No, taking a higher dose of LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE will not be effective rather it can lead to toxicity. Always take the dose prescribed by your doctor. If the prescribed dose is not effective for you, consult your doctor for advice. Your doctor might increase the dose or suggest an alternative therapy.
Q: Can I take medication for high blood pressure along with LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE?
A: It is not advisable to take medicines to control blood pressure while taking LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE without consulting your doctor. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking any antihypertensive medications along with LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE as they have known interactions with LUPISULIN M30 30/70 100IU CARTRIDGE.