Actrapid HM Solution for Injection
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Product introduction
Actrapid HM 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 HM 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 HM Solution for Injection
Benefits of Actrapid HM Solution for Injection
In Diabetes
Actrapid HM 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.
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 HM 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 HM
- 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 HM Solution for Injection
Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
How Actrapid HM Solution for Injection works
Actrapid HM 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
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Actrapid HM Solution for Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Actrapid HM Solution for Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Actrapid HM Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Actrapid HM Solution for Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
What if you forget to take Actrapid HM Solution for Injection?
If you forget to take Actrapid HM 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.
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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
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC
Action Class
Human insulin- short acting
Interaction with drugs
Taking Actrapid HM with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Rosiglitazone with Human insulin.
Concurrent use may cause fluid build-up in the body (swelling) and increase the risk of heart attack.
Your doctor may monitor your diabetic control closely and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may interfere with control over blood sugar.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your glucose levels frequently and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high b
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Human insulin may reduce blood levels of Somatropin and its act
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as swelling, chest pain, drowsiness, confusion, headache, nausea, dizziness or faintness and immediately consult your do
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Actrapid HM Solution for Injection
Thrice A Day
60%
Once A Day
40%
What are you using Actrapid HM Solution for Injection for?
Type 1 diabet*
75%
Type 2 diabet*
25%
*Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus
How much was the improvement?
Average
56%
Excellent
33%
Poor
11%
What were the side-effects while using Actrapid HM Solution for Injection?
No Side Effec*
55%
Hypoglycemia *
36%
Injection sit*
9%
*No Side Effect, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Injection site allergic reaction
How do you take Actrapid HM Solution for Injection?
Empty stomach
45%
With food
27%
With or witho*
27%
*With or without food
Please rate Actrapid HM Solution for Injection on price
Expensive
47%
Average
40%
Not Expensive
13%
FAQs
Will I need Actrapid HM Solution for Injection for the rest of my life?
If you are a type 1 diabetes patient, then yes, you have to take Actrapid HM Solution for Injection for the rest of your life because your body is unable to produce sufficient insulin. Therefore, you would need Actrapid HM 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 HM Solution for Injection if you are able to manage your diabetes with proper exercise, diet and oral medicines.
Can Actrapid HM Solution for Injection be used with other diabetes medicine?
Yes, Actrapid HM 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 HM Solution for Injection be used?
Actrapid HM 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 HM Solution for Injection safe to use in pregnancy?
Yes. Actrapid HM 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 HM 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 HM 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 HM Solution for Injection? How to prevent them?
The side effects of Actrapid HM 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 HM Solution for Injection cause hypoglycemia? How do I prevent it?
Yes, the most common side effect of Actrapid HM 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 HM Solution for Injection given as an injection into a vein (intravenous)?
Yes, sometimes, in specific situations like diabetic ketoacidosis, severe hyperglycemia etc, Actrapid HM 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 HM 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 HM 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 HM Solution for Injection need to be refrigerated?
Actrapid HM 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 HM 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 HM Solution for Injection.
What is Actrapid HM Solution for Injection? How is it made?
Actrapid HM 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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