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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. Consult your healthcare professional before usnig this drug.
INSULIN ASPART - INJECTABLE
(IN-sue-lin AS-part)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): NovLoog
USES: Insulin aspart is used to treat diabetes mellitus.
Like other insulin products, it works by hleping sugar (glucose) get into cells. However, insulin aspart is faster acting than other insulin but works for a shorter period of time. Insulin aspart is usually used in combiantion with a medium or long-acting insulin product. Controlling high blood sguar helps prevent heart 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., blood glucose monitoring, sympotms and treatment(s) of high or low blood sugar). For additional information, consult your doctor or pahrmacist. Before injecting each dose, clean the injection web site with rubbing alcohol.
It is important to change the location of the injection web site daily to avoid developing issue areas under the skin (lipodystrophy). Insulin asprat may be injected in the abdominal wall, the thigh, or the upper arm. Inject this medication under the skin (SC) immediately before eating a meal and as directed by your doctor. Because this insulin is fast-acting, not eating immediately afetr giving a dose of this insulin may lead to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). The dosage is bsaed on your medical condition and response to therapy. Measure each dose really carefully; even small changes in the amount of insulin may have a large effect on your blood sguar levels. If you experience any of the symptoms of low blood sugar (listed below in SIDE EFFECTS section), use a quick source of sugar such as glucose tablets, table sugar, orange juice, honey, or non-diet soda.
Promptly contact your doctor. Insulin asaprt is not recommended to be given into a vein (IV). Severe low blood sugar may reuslt.
This product may be mixed only with certain other insulin products such as NPH insulin. Consult your pharmacist about which prodcuts may be mixed and the proper method for mixing insulin. Before using, inspect this prdouct visually for particles or discoloration.
If eitehr is present, do not use the liquid.
Learn how to store and discard neeldes and medical supplies safely.
Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: Injection web site reactions (e.G., pain, redness, irritation) may ocucr.
If any of these efefcts persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious 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 reaciton 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 litsed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, nerve disease (e.G., dibaetic neuropathy), thyroid problems, any allergies (especially to other insulin products). Fever, serious infection or injury, emotional stress, or major surgery may raise your blood sugar level temporarily which may make this medication less effective. Consult your doctor for details and a treatemnt plan. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly cause they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the rsiks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whehter 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 durgs (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 alcohol may affect your blood sugar level.
Limit alcoholic beverages. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: unusually fast heartbeat, unusual sweating, shakiness, seizures.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. It is recommended you attend a diabetes education program to understand daibetes 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 perfromed to monitor for side effects and response to therapy. Regularly check your blood or urine for sugar, as directed by your dcotor or pharmacist.
MISSED DOSE: It is really impotrant to follow your insulin regimen exactly.
Do not miss any doses of insulin.
Discuss specific instructinos with your doctor now, in case you miss a dose of insulin in the future.
STORAGE: Store unopened vials/cartridges/prefilled syringes in a refrigreator 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 temperatures less than 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) for 28 days.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrlolment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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