Name: Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection
Brand: Eli Lilly and Company India Pvt Ltd
SKU: 66e355082acee465a4c538cd
Price: 1092.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. Will I need Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection for the rest of my life?

Accepted Answer

If you are a type 1 diabetes patient, then yes, you have to take Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection for the rest of your life because your body is unable to produce sufficient insulin. Therefore, you would need Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection as an external source of insulin. However, if you are a type 2 diabetes patient, sometimes your doctor may ask you to stop Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection if you are able to manage your diabetes with proper exercise, diet and oral medicines.

Question 2

Q. Can Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection be used with other diabetes medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 3

Q. How should Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection be used?

Accepted Answer

Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 4

Q. Is Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection safe to use in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Humaject R 100IU/ml 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 Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 5

Q. Is Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection safe to use in type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

Q. What are the side effects of Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection? How to prevent them?

Accepted Answer

The side effects of Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 7

Q. Can Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection cause hypoglycemia? How do I prevent it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the most common side effect of Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 8

Q. Is Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection given as an injection into a vein (intravenous)?

Accepted Answer

Yes, sometimes, in specific situations like diabetic ketoacidosis, severe hyperglycemia etc, Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 9

Q. When does the dosage of Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection need to be changed?

Accepted Answer

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 Humaject R 100IU/ml 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.

Question 10

Q. Does Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection need to be refrigerated?

Accepted Answer

Humaject R 100IU/ml 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 Humaject R 100IU/ml 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 Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection.

Question 11

Q. What is Humaject R 100IU/ml Injection? How is it made?

Accepted Answer

Humaject R 100IU/ml 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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