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Humulin 70/30 is a medicine used in the treatment of insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus or cases where medication is not improving. To learn more about the use of the drug, please refer to the article below.
1. Uses of humulin 70 30
Humulin 70/30 10ml is a combination of two forms of insulin, with the main ingredient being insulin 70/30, including 30% soluble insulin, 70% insulin isophane. In addition, there are excipients just enough 10ml.
This insulin is a synthetic form of insulin, which is exactly the same as the insulin secreted by the pancreas. This is a hormone that works to reduce the level of glucose in the blood, by bringing it into the cells to help the cells function and increasing the storage of sugar in the form of glycogen in the liver.
In the composition of the drug, insulin isophane is a medium-acting insulin and insulin is usually a short-acting insulin. So this combination causes the drug to have a rapid effect within 10 to 20 minutes after injection, peak in 2 hours and can still last up to 24 hours.
2. Indications and contraindications of Humulin 70/30
Indications for use in the following cases:
Humulin 70/30 10ml is indicated for pregnant women with diabetes, also known as gestational diabetes. People with diabetes need insulin to help stabilize blood glucose levels. Contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the drug. Do not use the drug in cases of patients experiencing hypoglycemia.
3. Dosage and how to use Humulin 70/30 10ml
How to use Humulin 70/30 10ml:
Humulin is made in the form of a solution, so you can only use it by injection, only subcutaneously or intramuscularly, and absolutely not intravenously. You inject subcutaneously into the upper arms, thighs, buttocks or in the abdomen, usually 5cm from the navel. Injection sites should be rotated so that an injection site is repeated as few times as possible. Care should be taken when injecting Humulin 70/30 to ensure no vascular puncture. After injection, do not massage the injection site. This you must be trained by a doctor or nurse proficient in injection techniques. Dosage: The dose is not fixed, determined by the doctor according to the needs of each patient. You can refer to the dosage below;
The recommended starting dose for adults is 0.5-1 unit/kg body weight/day. Usually in the morning will take 2⁄3 doses and in the afternoon take 1⁄3 doses. Children do not have specific recommendations. The doctor prescribes appropriate according to each case.
4. What side effects can be encountered when taking Human 70/30
In addition to the effects of the drug, the treatment with Humulin 70/30 may also experience some of the following side effects:
Irritation at the injection site: Itching, erythema multiforme, hot injection site red, thick. These symptoms usually go away on their own after a while. Causes an increase or decrease in the size of adipose tissue cells. Hypoglycemia: This is the most common undesirable effect of insulin that patients with diabetes experience. Severe hypoglycemia can lead to unconsciousness and, in extreme cases, death. There are no specific data on the frequency of occurrence of hypoglycemia because hypoglycemia is the result of both insulin dose and other factors such as the patient's diet and exercise regimen. Experiencing side effects due to incorrect injection, causing injection site reactions. Systemic allergies, very rare but more serious, are caused by a generalized allergy to insulin. It can cause generalized rash, shortness of breath, shortness of breath, wheezing, hypotension, tachycardia, sweating. Severe cases of generalized allergy can be life-threatening, so stop the injection if you are receiving it and seek medical attention immediately. When experiencing side effects, you should consult your doctor or see a doctor for appropriate advice.
5. Note when using Humulin 70/30
Use caution and consult your doctor for close monitoring if you are changing from Animal Insulin to Human Insulin (humulin 70/30), a dose adjustment may be necessary during some specific cases. Inform your doctor about any previous history of allergies or hypoglycemia.
Use with caution in patients with Cushing's syndrome, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal gland dysfunction, acromegaly due to excessive secretion of Growth Hormone (GH).
Absolutely do not arbitrarily use the drug but need to follow the instructions and must be injected by qualified medical doctors, do not change the dose arbitrarily.
For pregnant women: It is essential to maintain good control of insulin-treated patients throughout pregnancy. A pregnant woman's insulin requirements usually decrease during the first trimester of pregnancy and increase during the second and third trimesters. For diabetics, if they are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, they should notify their doctor to change the dose. Fit. When using, it is necessary to closely monitor blood sugar, to avoid affecting both mother and fetus..
Lactation period: Patients with diabetes during lactation may need to adjust insulin dose accordingly or more suitable nutrition.
Possible drug interactions. Caution should be taken when co-administering with drugs that can decrease or increase the body's need for insulin such as thyroid hormone, asthma medications such as salbutamol, thiazide diuretics, drugs for endometriosis. supply Danazol, other drugs with hypoglycemic effect, MAO antidepressant, antihypertensive drugs by ACE inhibitor mechanism (Captopril, Enalapril), alcohol, beer...
Implementation of the preparation Diet according to the instructions to avoid difficult blood sugar control or the risk of hypoglycemia. You should exercise 30 minutes a day to improve health.
Hypoglycemia is a common complication and sometimes very dangerous, to limit this you do not increase the dose and it is best to test blood sugar before injection. In addition, you should prepare sugary foods to prevent the risk of hypoglycemia.
Medicines need to be stored in a cool, dry place, should be at room temperature, away from sunlight or moisture or extreme heat. Keep medicine out of reach of children.
Humulin 70/30 is a synthetic form of insulin that has the same structure as human insulin. When taking the drug, you need to be guided by your doctor's specific instructions, possible complications and how to handle it properly.
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