Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a short-acting insulin used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used together with a healthy diet and regular exercise to control blood sugar levels after meals. This helps to prevent serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness.

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is normally prescribed along with a long-acting type of insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 20-30 minutes before a meal. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

Check your blood sugar levels regularly, keep track of your results and share them with your doctor. This is very important to work out the correct dose of the medicine for you.

The most common side effect of this medicine include low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), injection site reactions, cold sweats, anxiety, shakiness, hunger, rapid heartbeat, headache, and nervousness. It may be seen if you do not eat right after a dose of this fast-acting insulin. To prevent this, it is important to always inject only the correct dose of medicine, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include reactions at the injection site like redness or swelling. Some people gain weight while taking insulin.

Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver, or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor as the dose may need to be changed.

Uses of Actrapid Solution for Injection

Diabetes

Benefits of Actrapid Solution for Injection

In Diabetes

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a short-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. It also decreases glucose production in the liver.

Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Take it regularly along with proper diet and exercise for a normal, healthy life.

Side effects of Actrapid Solution for Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Actrapid

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Weight gain
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Cold sweat
Anxiety
Shakiness
Hunger pangs
Fast heart rate
Headache
Nervousness

How to use Actrapid Solution for Injection

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

How Actrapid Solution for Injection works

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a short-acting insulin, which starts working within 30 minutes after injection. It works similar to the insulin produced by the body. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

What if you forget to take Actrapid Solution for Injection?

If you forget to take Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection, your blood sugar may get too high (hyperglycemia). Take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection

₹386/Solution for Injection

Actrapid HM Penfill (3ml Each)

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd

₹2122.95/solution for injection

444% costlier

Actrapid 100IU/ml Flexpen (3ml Each)

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd

₹626.78/solution for injection

61% costlier

Actrapid HM Penfill (3ml Each)

Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd

₹424.59/solution for injection

9% costlier

Insugen-R 100IU/ml Refil

Biocon

₹258.95/solution for injection

34% cheaper

Lupisulin R 100IU/ml Cartridge

Lupin Ltd

₹368.2/solution for injection

6% cheaper

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Quick tips

Take it 20 to 30 minutes before a meal.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side-effect. Learn how to identify and manage its symptoms (sweating, rapid heartbeat, weakness, blurry vision, headache) and teach your family as well.
Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.
Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
Opened vials/cartridges are good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Insulin analogue

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI DIABETIC

Action Class

Human insulin- short acting

Patient concerns

IDDM, 13U actrapid morning, 10U actrapid Afternoon, 13U actrapid+12U insulatard night Need diet chart

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

You need to adopt 6 times meal pattern 3 major and 3 minor means snacksA person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET

Gm sir my self v.k tiwari mbbs i feel the patient information above he is my regular patient he is suffering from serious diabetes with asthma(copd) need corticosteroids is there any safe corticosteroids for diabetic patient

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

no when u give steroid, in Inpatient , admit it or home treatment, manage with RBS charting , and H actrapid sliding scale mechanism

My grandmother is suffering from diabetes since 10 years she has got big wound on foot doctors has suggested removed the leg her sugar levels were 300-400 presently she using human actrapid can I use mixtard wat is the diff between actrapid and mixtard wat should I prefer mixtard or actrapid

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Better to follow your doctors advice as she has very poor control of diabetesFor foot and leg wounds need proper care and management

I'm a diabetic patients & I take 20 units of Human Actrapid Insulin injection thrice a day. Can I be put on oral hypoglycemic? Also I'm suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

It is the side effect of diabetes. Before changing from insulin to tablet, needs observation in your sugar level variations. So discuss with your regular doctor as he knows your medical history well.

My glucose levels ain't in control, neither only with mixtard nor with actrapid or actrapid with lantus. If i take only mixtard my pp increases? and if i take? actrapid with or without lantus my fasting increases?. It controls when i take mixtard(morning 13u nd night 15u) and actrapid 13u in noon with lantus 10u. I'm afraid of using three different types of insulin. Is it ok or it has some bad effect or may be.

Dr. Ashwin Porwal

Internal Medicine

its all ok if you use all types of insulin

User feedback

Patients taking Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection

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Twice A Day

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FAQs

Will I need Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection for the rest of my life?

If you are a type 1 diabetes patient, then yes, you have to take Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection for the rest of your life because your body is unable to produce sufficient insulin. Therefore, you would need Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection as an external source of insulin. However, if you are a type 2 diabetes patient, sometimes your doctor may ask you to stop Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection if you are able to manage your diabetes with proper exercise, diet and oral medicines.

Can Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection be used with other diabetes medicine?

Yes, Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines like long-acting insulin or oral diabetes medicines, along with proper diet and exercise. Follow your doctor’s advice and treatment plan to get the maximum benefit.

How should Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection be used?

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is injected under the skin (subcutaneously). Your doctor will show you the area of your skin where you should inject it. Try not to inject on the same spot every time. Rotate between the typical injection sites, such as abdomen, buttocks, upper legs or upper arms. Never inject Humalog into a muscle or vein. Move to a new injection site every week or two. Inject in the same area of the body, making sure to move around within that area with each injection, for one or two weeks. You can then move to another area of your body and repeat the process. Use the same area for at least a week to avoid extreme blood sugar variations.

Is Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection safe to use in pregnancy?

Yes. Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is safe to use in pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor. However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection. You may require dose modifications and your doctor will advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. You must follow the instructions of your doctor to get maximum benefits.

Is Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection safe to use in type 2 diabetes?

Yes, insulin is safe to use in type 2 diabetes if used according to your doctor's advice. Keep monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly as advised. Your dosage may need to be adjusted as per your needs. Follow the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Talk to your doctor about the side effects and ways to prevent and manage them.

What are the side effects of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection? How to prevent them?

The side effects of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection are injection site reactions such as redness, itching, pain and swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Rarely, it can also cause lipodystrophy, which means abnormal changes in the fat tissues due to repeated insulin injections in the same area of the skin. It includes lipohypertrophy (thickening of adipose tissue) and lipoatrophy (thinning of adipose tissue), and may affect insulin absorption. Rotate insulin injection or infusion sites within the same region to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy.

Can Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection cause hypoglycemia? How do I prevent it?

Yes, the most common side effect of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is hypoglycemia. It happens more often if you miss or delay your food, drink alcohol, over-exercise or take other antidiabetic medicine along with it. So, do not skip meals and be consistent in the timing and amount of your meals. Take some snacks as per your requirement if you over exercise. Regular monitoring of the blood sugar level is important. Always carry some sugary candies, glucose/glucon-D or fruit juice with you. Take all the medicines prescribed by the doctor on time and consult your doctor if you notice any fluctuations in your blood sugar levels.

Is Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection given as an injection into a vein (intravenous)?

Yes, sometimes, in specific situations like diabetic ketoacidosis, severe hyperglycemia etc, Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection may be given as an injection into a vein (intravenous). However, in such cases, it is only given by a doctor, under continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels in a hospital setting.

When does the dosage of Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection need to be changed?

You should consult your doctor for dose adjustment if you experience weight gain or loss, increased stress, illness, changes in diet such as missed meals or if you are taking alcohol. Your dose may also change if you have recently changed your exercise regime or are taking any medicines. Also, you must be vigilant for certain side effects that you may experience while using Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection. Your doctor will tell you ways to prevent them. These side effects are usually temporary but if they are very severe, you may need dose modifications.

Does Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection need to be refrigerated?

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection needs to be refrigerated before its first use. Unopened cartridges and unused pre-filled pens of Humalog must be stored in a refrigerator where the temperature is between 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze and do not use Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection if it has been frozen. When the cartridge has been inserted into the injection pen, it should not be refrigerated and should be kept at room temperature, below 86°F (30°C) and must be used within 28 days or be discarded, even if they still contain Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection.

What is Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection? How is it made?

Actrapid 100IU/ml Solution for Injection is a man-made version of human insulin, produced by the process of biotechnology called recombinant DNA technology. It is sold as a sterile, aqueous, clear, and colorless solution that contains insulin aspart along with other constituents like glycerin, phenol, metacresol, zinc, sodium chloride etc.

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