Insulin lispro is a man-made form of insulin. This drug lowers the amount of sugar in your blood. This medicine is composed of short acting insulin. It works by replacing the insulin that is normally produced by the body and by helping the mobilization of sugar from blood to other parts of the body where it is used to produce energy. Insulin lispro also stops the liver from producing more sugar.
Inject this medicine 15 minutes before taking your meal.
To help remember, take this medicine at the same time each day.
Quantity is based on your medical condition, general health, and response to treatment.
Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.
Do not alter your dosage without a doctor’s approval.
Use insulin lispro injection exactly as directed.
Expert Advice
Do not alter the dosage without consulting with your doctor. If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medicalproblem, get medical help right away. Do not flush insulin lispro down the toilet. Keep insulin lispro out of the reach of children and pets. Store insulin lispro at room temperature and protect it from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.
Primary Uses
Type I and II Diabetes
Indications
This medicine has used to manage insulin dependent diabetes
Side Effects
The use of this medicine is reported with side effects such as nausea, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) and hypokalemia (low potassium level).
Warnings
Pregnancy
Please consult your doctor before using insulin
Lactation
Please consult your doctor before using insulin
Driving
Its use has shown a risk of drowsiness; therefore avoid using it while driving.
Liver
Insulin lispro is contraindicated in people who are suffering from any kind of liver disease.
Kidney
Consult your doctor before using insulin lispro if you are suffering from any kind of kidney disease.
Alcohol
The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using insulin lispro.
Precautions
Patients who are allergic to insulin lispro or to any of its components should consult the doctor before taking it. Consult your doctor before taking any multivitamins, nutritional supplements, or herbal products with insulin lispro. If any sort of swelling is noticeable, consult your doctor immediately. Using insulin lispro, especially in high concentrations, might result in severe trouble breathing.
Contraindications
Insulin lispro is contraindicated in people that are allergic to it or to any of its constituents.
Insulin lispro is contraindicated in people who are suffering from any kind of liver disease.
FAQS
What are its indications?
This medicine is used to treat diabetes. It is mostly used in combination with a healthy diet and exercise.
How to administer this medicine?
This medicine is mostly used intravenously. It is injected into a vein by a medical professional. The dosage is dependent on the age, severity of the condition, and response to treatment.
If you inject this by yourself at home, ensure that you take all safety precautions and can inject it safely, without damaging any veins.
What are its side effects?
You may experience the following:
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Reddening and irritation at injection site
What are its precautions?
Following are the precautions:
• Extremely high or low blood pressure
• If you experience dizziness, rise up slowly from sitting position
How to store this medicine?
Please store all unopened containers at low temperature (2-8 Celsius). Do not freeze this medicine. Keep away from excessive light, moisture, and children.
What are its effects on pregnancy and lactation?
Pregnant females should use this medicine with caution as pregnancy may worsen diabetes.
This medicine passes into breastmilk but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. However, please consult your doctor before use.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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