Insulin Aspart (50%)+ Insulin Aspart Protamine (50%)
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill 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. If you have type 1 diabetes, inject it up to 15 minutes before you eat a meal and if you have type 2 diabetes, you may inject it up to 15 minutes before or after starting your meal. 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.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. Do not 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.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 gain weight while taking insulin. 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Novomix
3 ml Suspension for Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill is a combination of two insulin preparations:.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill 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 to you. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill starts working within 10 to 20 minutes after you take it and shows maximum effect between 1 to 4 hours after taking. Effect of Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill remains up to 24 hours.
Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill is to be injected under the skin (subcutaneously). The best areas to give Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill are on your stomach, upper thigh, upper arm or buttocks.
Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, shortness of breath, stomach pain, fruity breath odor, very dry mouth, and rapid heartbeat.
Take Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill just before a meal. Eat your food within 10 mins after using Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill to avoid low blood sugar. Talk to your doctor if you are still not sure when to take Novomix 50 100IU/ml Penfill.
