Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge is a combination of two medicines used to improve blood sugar control in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It’s a fast-acting type of insulin that helps to lower blood sugar levels after meals and reduce the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes.

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge 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 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Don’t stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

It is only part of a 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 is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it's important to always inject the correct dose of medicine only, 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 allergy at the injection site like redness, swelling, or hard lumps (lipodystrophy). Some people may also notice itching and rash while taking it.

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 HUMALOG MIX SUSPENSION FOR INJECTION

• Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)

BENEFITS OF HUMALOG MIX SUSPENSION FOR INJECTION

In Diabetes mellitus (Type 1 & Type 2)

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge contains Insulin Lispro Protamine, that has a prolonged duration of action as well as Insulin Lispro, that has a fast onset of action. Together, they ensure rapid and consistent sugar control that helps control blood sugar levels for an entire day. It is given as an injection and your doctor or nurse will train you on the correct way to inject it. Managing blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

SIDE EFFECTS OF HUMALOG MIX SUSPENSION 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 Humalog Mix

• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Injection site allergic reaction
• Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
• Itching
• Rash

HOW TO USE HUMALOG MIX SUSPENSION FOR INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW HUMALOG MIX SUSPENSION FOR INJECTION WORKS

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge is a combination of two insulin preparations: Insulin lispro and insulin lispro protamine. Insulin lispro has a fast onset of action while insulin lispro protamine has a prolonged duration of action. Together, they ensure rapid and consistent sugar control by facilitating reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells, and suppressing the production of sugar in the liver.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge 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.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge 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

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Humalog Mix 50 100IU/ml Cartridge may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.