Humulin 70/30 100IU injection

Overview

Introduction For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Humulin 30/70 is a pancreatic insulin equivalent for the treatment of Insulin-dependent diabetes Mellitus. It is a combination of intermediate-acting and short-acting type of insulin. Insulin helps in controlling the blood sugar in diabetic patients.

Key Features For Humulin 70/30 100IU

• Composition: Humulin contains a mixture of 30% regular (Human) and 70% NPH (Isophane) Insulin
• NPH (Isophane) insulin is an intermediate-acting preparation while Human insulin is a short-acting preparation
• Humulin 30/70, a mixture of NPH and Human insulin is an intermediate-acting preparation with a rapid onset of action
• It has a duration activity of 16 to 18 hours
• Humulin is supplied in Vials.

Uses For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Part of the treatment of Insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus in adults and children along with proper exercise, strict diet, and weight reduction.

Side Effects For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Patients using this medicine may experience:

• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
• Lipodystrophy (skin thickening at the injection site)
• Allergic reaction at the injection site)
• Insulin resistance
• Weight gain
• Oedema
• Itching and rash.

When Not To Use For Humulin 70/30 100IU

How To Use For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Your health care provider will administer this medicine or teach you the administration of this medicine

Dose: Dosage is determined by the health care provider according to the patient’s requirement.

Why Choose For Humulin 70/30 100IU

• Humulin 30/70 is a combination of NPH and Human insulin, NPH has a prolonged duration of action, while human Insulin is fast-acting. Together, they have an intermediate duration of action with rapid onset of action
• It differs slightly from Porcine and Bovine Insulin in amino acid composition
• It has 16-18 hours of duration of action
• It has a peak activity at 2-12 hours
• Urine remains free of glucose and ketone bodies
• Prevents diabetic acidosis and diabetic coma.

Effective For For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Humulin 30/70 is effective for the treatment of Insulin dependent Diabetes Mellitus in adults and children along with proper exercise, strict diet, and weight reduction.

Benefits For Humulin 70/30 100IU

• Controls blood sugar levels
• It has an intermediate-duration of action with rapid onset of action
• It differs slightly from Porcine and Bovine Insulin in amino acid composition
• It has a 16-18 hours of duration of action
• It has a peak activity at 2-12 hours
• Urine remains free of glucose and ketone bodies
• Prevents diabetic acidosis and diabetic coma.

Storage For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Store Humulin 30/70 in a refrigerator between 2 to 8 °C, away from direct light and heat. Do not freeze the insulin. Use the opened vial within 28 days.

Disposal For Humulin 70/30 100IU

Discard the medicine properly if expired or no longer in use. Discard the opened vials after 28 days. Do not flush the medicine down the toilet until instructed otherwise.

Faqs

Can Thiazolidinedione be used in combination with Insulin?

Avoid using Thiazolidinedione with Insulin, it may increase the risk of oedema and cardiac diseases.

Can I take Insulin without food?

No, do not take Insulin without food. It may decrease your blood sugar levels.

Why should I change the injection sites frequently?

You should change the injection sites frequently to avoid the development of hard lumps on the injection site.

Which site is preferable for Humulin 30/70?

Injection below the skin of abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.

What are the symptoms of overdose of Humulin 30/70?

• Severe hypoglycemia
• Confusion
• Palpitations
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Faintness
• Blurred vision
• Anxiety
• Sweating.

Instructions For Humulin 70/30 100IU

• Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor
• Subcutaneous administration should be done in upper arms, abdomen, thighs, or buttocks
• Do not use the injection at the same site for more than a month
• Do not massage the injection site
• Avoid the blood vessels when administering the injection.