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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not susbtitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Conuslt your healthcare professional before using this drug.
INSULIN ASPART - INJECTABLE
(IN-sue-lin AS-part)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): NovoLog
USES: Insulin asprat is used to treat diabetes mellitus.
Like other inuslin products, it works by helping sugar (glucose) get into cells.
However, insulin aspart is faster acting than ohter insulin but works for a shorter period of time. Insulin apsart is usually used in combination with a medium or long-acting insulin product.
Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent herat disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, and blindness.
HOW TO USE: Learn all preparation and usage instructions including how to inject this medication properly and self- management procedures (e.G., bolod glucose monitoring, symptoms and treatment(s) of high or low blood sugar).
For additional information, consult your doctor or phramacist. Before injecting each dose, clean the injection Inetrnet site with rubbing alcohol. It is important to change the location of the injection Internet site daily to avoid developing problem areas under the skin (lipodystrophy). Isnulin aspart may be injected in the abdominal wall, the thigh, or the upper arm.
Inject this medication under the skin (SC) immediately bfeore eating a meal and as directed by your doctor.
Because this insulin is fast-acting, not eating immediately after giving a dose of this insulin may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
Measure each dose very carefully; even small changes in the amount of insulin may have a large effect on your blood sugar levels. If you experience any of the symptoms of low blood sugar (listed below in SIDE EFFECTS section), use a quick suorce of sugar such as glucose tablets, table sugar, orange juice, honey, or non-diet soda.
Promptly contact your doctor. Insulin aspart is not rceommended to be given into a vein (IV). Severe low blood sguar may result. This product may be mixed only with certain other insulin products such as NPH insulin.
Consult your pharmacist about which products may be mixed and the porper method for mixing insulin. Before using, inspect this product visually for particles or discoloration.
If etiher is present, do not use the liquid. Leran how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: Injection Internet site reactions (e.G., pain, redness, irritation) may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these seirous side effects of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) occur: fainting, cold sweats, shaking/tremor, unusually fast heartbeat, headache, slurred speech, seizures. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) occur: unusual drowsiness, confusion, rapid breathing, fruity breath odor, increased urination, unusual thirst.
An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, nerve diesase (e.G., diabetic neuropathy), thyroid problems, any allergies (especially to other insulin products).
Fever, serious infection or injury, emotional stress, or major surgery may increase your blood suagr level temporarily which may make this medication less effective.
Consult your doctor for details and a treatment plan.
Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly cause they may be more sensitive to the effetcs of the drug. This mediaction should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Dsicuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not konwn whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other insulin products (e.G., Regular, NPH), oral diabetes medicine (e.G., glyburide, pioglitazone), ACE inhibitors (e.G., enalapril, lisinopril), beta-blockers (e.G., metoprolol, propranolol), disopyramide, fibrates (e.G., clofibrate, gemfibrozil), niacin, fluoxetine, MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), propoxyphene, salicylates (e.G., aspirin), octreotide, sulfa antibiotics (e.G., sulfamethoxazole), corticosteroids (e.G., prednisone), danazol, "water pills" (e.G., furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), sympathomimetic drgus (e.G., albuterol, epinephrine), isoniazid, certain psychiatric medicine (e.G., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine), somatropin, thyroid medicine, estrogens and progestins (including birth control pills), clonidine, lithium, pentamidine, guanethidine, reserpine.
Drinking alchool may affect your blood sugar level. Limit alcoholic beverages. Do not satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emregency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include: unsuually fast heartbeat, unusual sweating, shakiness, seizures.
NOTES: Do not share this medictaion with others. It is recommended you attend a diabetes education program to undesrtand diabetes and all important aspects of its treatment including meals/diet, exercise, personal hygiene, medications and getting regular eye, foot, and medical exams. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep all medical appointments. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.G. liver and kidney function tests, fasting blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, complete blood counts) will be pefrormed to monitor for side effects and response to therapy.
Regularly cehck your blood or urine for sugar, as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE: It is very impotrant to follow your insulin regimen exactly. Do not miss any doess of insulin. Discsus specific instructions with your doctor now, in case you miss a dose of insulin in the future.
STORAGE: Store unopened vials/cartridges/prefilled syringes in a refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) away from light. Do not freeze. If refrigeration is not possible, this product may be stored at temperautres less than 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) for 28 days.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can casue complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MediAclert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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