It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Apidra Cartidge.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Apidra Cartidge may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it t...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Apidra Cartidge 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.
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.
CAUTION
Apidra Cartidge should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Apidra Cartidge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
CAUTION
Apidra Cartidge should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Apidra Cartidge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.
Medicine Overview of Apidra Cartidge 100IU/ml Injection
Introduction
Apidra Cartidge is used for the treatment of blood sugar control in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is a fast-acting type of insulin that helps to lower blood sugar levels after meals and reduce the chances of developing serious ...
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Uses of Apidra Cartidge
Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)
Side effects of Apidra Cartidge
Common
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Injection site allergic reaction
Itching
Rash
Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
How to use Apidra Cartidge
Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
How Apidra Cartidge works
Apidra Cartidge 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 glu...
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What if you forget to take Apidra Cartidge?
If you have missed a dose of Apidra Cartidge, your blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia). Check your blood sugar and then take the next dose accordingly.
Quick Tips
Take it 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
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.
Do not use it if the preparation is no longer clear and colorless or if it contains particles.
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, trem...
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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).
Brief Description
Indication
Diabetes mellitus
Administration
SC injection
Administer within 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal
When administered by SC injection, insulin glulis...
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Adult Dose
Subcutaneous
Diabetes mellitus
Dose should be individualised and depends on patient's needs. Usual range: 0.5-1 u/kg/day.
Dosing considerations
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Child Dose
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus
<4 years: Safety and efficacy not estab...
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Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Dose reduction may be needed.
Contraindication
Hypoglycaemia.Hypersensitivity to any of the components.
Mode of Action
Insulin glulisine is a rapid acting human insulin analog produced by recombinant DNA technology using a non-pathogenic laboratory strain of Escherichi...
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Precaution
Renal or hepatic impairment. Regular monitoring of blood glucose and HbA1c. Rotate Inj sites to reduce lipodystrophy . Pregnancy, lactation.
Lactat...
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Side Effect
Hypoglycaemia, Inj site reactions, lipodystrophy, local and systemic hypersensitivity reactions.
Interaction
Possible absence of hypoglycaemic warning symptoms with beta-blockers. Decreased hypoglycaemic effect with corticosteroids, danazol, diazoxide, diuret...
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