Insulin Lispro
Information about Insulin Lispro
Insulin Lispro Uses
Insulin Lispro is used in the treatment of diabetes. It is recommended to patients with diabetes mellitus who require insulin to maintain normal sugar levels. It also helps in the initial stabilization of diabetes mellitus.
How Insulin Lispro works
Insulin Lispro is fast-acting insulin which starts working within 10-20 minutes after injecting. It works similar to the insulin produced by the body. Insulin facilitates reuptake of glucose in muscle and fat cells and also blocks the release of glucose from the liver.
Common side effects of Insulin Lispro
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Weight gain, Infusion site reaction, Headache, Pain, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Auto-antibody formation
Expert advice for Insulin Lispro
- Take it 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, weakness, and anxiety.
- Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
- Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.
- Opened vials/cartridges stay good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).
- Do not use it if the preparation is no longer clear and colorless or if it contains particles.
- Insulin Lispro helps to control blood sugar level and avoid long-term complications.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet and take your other diabetes medicines along with Insulin Lispro.
- Take it 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
- Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side effect. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
- Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience hypoglycemia symptoms such as cold sweats, cool pale skin, tremors, weakness, and anxiety.
- Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
- Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.
- Opened vials/cartridges stay good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).
- Do not use it if the preparation is no longer clear and colorless or if it contains particles.