Huminsulin 30/70 100IU/ml Cartridge 3ml

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane)

What Is The Generic Name For Humulin M:

Human Insulin Isophane is the generic version for Humulin M

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

• Hydox

About Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane)

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU contains an active ingredient, Biphasic Isophane as a substitute for human natural insulin in a cartridge for injection given by a reusable pen, which is used in the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus. It is a prescription based drug and can be purchased from any of the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

Manufacturer:

Eli Lilly (Turkey) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU.

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU contains Human Insulin Isophane 5 mg per tablet and is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU is used in the treatment of:

• Diabetes Mellitus

How Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane) Works:

Biphasic Isophane is similar to the natural form of human insulin and is an anti-diabetic medication that increases the amount of insulin in the blood in order to lower blood glucose.

Before You Use Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Human Insulin Isophane
• Your doctor knows about your Pre-existing disease, Surgeries, Medications, Food Habits, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Humulin M (70-30) % 100  IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

• Avoid taking alcohol or if you are binge drinker (it may be fatal for your life)
• Avoid skipping meals and strenuous exercises
• Avoid Smoking
• Avoid taking Stress
• Avoid activities like Hot Bath, Sunbath as it will decrease your insulin levels causing Hypoglycemia
• Avoid Driving or mechanical job that needs your alertness
• Avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

You should not take Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have Severe Liver/Kidney Disease
• Have Heart Disease
• Have Hypoglycemia
• Have another disease complications
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeedin

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to it
• Feel weakness, Blurred vision, Fast Heartbeats, Headaches, and Weight Gain
• Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
• Have Eye Problems
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
• Have any other Dysfunction or Disease or taking other medicines

Dosage:

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU contains Biphasic Isophane that is used in the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus. There are many substitutes and that too in different strengths for insulin which are available in the various pharmacy stores but it is a prescription-only medicine. Ask your doctor for dosage and frequency as age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient

Adults are advised to take Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU at a fixed time regularly before or after the meal. It is not recommended for hypoglycaemic conditions and other complications. The dose needs to be adjusted in pregnancy/breastfeeding/old age population or in other complications.

How Much Of The Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane) to Be Used:

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU preferably is to be taken regularly once or twice daily depending upon the condition as instructed by the doctor. You can use the same pen to administer the dose for one type of insulin but use a different pen if you are using another substitute.

How To Take The Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU dose should be injected at a fixed time regularly before a meal or after the meal. You can administer this injection yourself but carefully or you can take your doctor’s help. Injection sites include the thighs, lower abdomen, upper arms, and buttocks and it is preferable to use those areas that are less visible. You must inject your insulin at different spots in the same general area and change the injection area each week. Do not skip any meal and try to make a routine for exercise and a balanced diet.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Humulin M (70-30)% 100IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

You are always advised to take Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. You are not advised to take it in a larger amount than recommended by your doctor.

Overdose:

Call your doctor or reach to a nearby medical facility immediately if you are suspecting the overdose Symptoms like sweating, trembling, weakness, nervousness, excitement, and irritability which, if untreated, can cause collapse and coma.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose but does not double the dose for next time if you missed once as it may cause severe Hypoglycemia or overdose symptoms.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Humulin M (70-30)% 100IU (Human Insulin Isophane):

• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Skin Rash
• Yellowing of skin and eyes
• Dark-colored urine
• Pain in the upper abdomen
• Unusual bleeding
• Swelling of Eyelids, Lips, Face, Hands, and Feet
• Fever
• Hypoglycemia
• Fast Heartbeats

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU may interact with other medicine you are already taking and these interactions can produce some adverse effects or cause the drug not to work properly. Always tell your doctor if you are on other medications or Supplements. Grapefruit juice is not recommended with this medicine. Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU interacts with the following medicines:

• Corticosteroids
• Levothyroxine
• Anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen
• Cyclophosphamide
• Isoniazid
• Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors
• Adrenaline
• Chlorpromazine, Amitriptyline, and Fluoxetine
• Thiazides
• Oral contraceptives (birth control pills) and Testosterone
• Antimalarial drugs
• Disopyramide or quinidine
• Fenfluramine
• Gemfibrozil
• Mebendazole
• Oxytetracycline
• Pentoxifylline

Interaction with disease:

• Diabetic Ketoacidosis
• Heart Disease
• Kidney/Liver Disease
• Hypoglycemia
• Hemolytic Anemia/G6PD Deficiency

Warning And Precaution:

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Hypoglycemia
• Heart Disease
• Kidney/Liver Disease
• Stress
• Change of medication
• Photosensitivity
• Weight Gain
• Gastro-intestinal Blockage
• Alcohol Abuse
• It is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women and Children.

Things To Remember:

• Regular Exercise and Proper Diet is good for the health and must be practiced while taking medicines
• Monitor your Glucose Levels Regularly
• Rise slowly from lying position as it may cause Dizziness/Fainting
• Keep out of reach of children
• Read the information carefully written on the leaflet of medicine
• Discuss with your doctor if you have any doubt related to the dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

Indications:

Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU should be taken as prescribed by your doctor.

Storage:

Store the Humulin M (70-30) % 100 IU at a cool temperature in dark and dry place. Place Humulin cartridge in the refrigerator when not opened and at a cool temperature when it is opened. Make sure that the cartridges are intact and not damaged.