How do you take human mixtard insulin?
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How do you take human mixtard insulin?
The usual dose is between 0.3 and 1.0 international units (IU) per kilogram body weight per day. Mixtard is given 30 minutes before a meal. It is usually given once or twice a day when a rapid initial effect together with a more long-lasting effect is needed.
How do you use human insulin?
Inject this medication under the skin as directed by your doctor, usually 30 minutes before meals. Because this insulin is fast-acting, not eating right after a dose of this insulin may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Giving insulin regular into a vein should only be done by a health care professional.
What is 40IU in insulin?
Insulin 40IU/ml Injection is an intermediate-acting type of insulin that is usually used along with other diabetes medication for controlling blood sugar levels. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your muscle and fat cells so your body can use it for energy.
What is the difference between 40IU and 100iu insulin?
Well the main difference is that the markings measurements are for different concentration of insulin. U40 insulin has 40 units of insulin in every ml and the U100 has 100 units. Therefore when converting from a U40 syringe to a U100 syringe you are required to multiply your U40 units by 2.5.
Do I need to keep insulin in the fridge?
Insulin needs to be stored in a refrigerator at a temperature around 2–8°C (36–46°F) in order for it to be effective. If carried in a pen or vial, it must be stored around 2–30°C (36–86°F).
What are the side effects of human mixtard 50?
Side Effects of Human Mixtard 50 40IU/ml Injection 10 ml
- Allergic reaction at the site of injection.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
- Itching.
- Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
- Oedema (swelling)
- Rashes.
- Weight gain.
How do you mix insulin?
How to mix short-acting (clear) insulin and intermediate-acting (cloudy) insulin
- Step 1: Roll and clean.
- Step 2: Add air to cloudy (intermediate-acting) insulin.
- Step 3: Add air to clear (short-acting) insulin.
- Step 4: Withdraw clear (short-acting) insulin first, then cloudy (intermediate-acting) insulin.
When should I take human insulin?
If you take Regular insulin or a longer-acting insulin, you should generally take it 15 to 30 minutes before a meal. If you take insulin lispro (brand name: Humalog), which works very quickly, you should generally take it less than 15 minutes before you eat.
How do you use 30/70 mixtard?
Human Mixtard 70/30 Suspension for Injection 100IU/ml is normally prescribed along with other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.