About insulin soluble
Short-acting human insulin
Used for
- Controls blood sugar in type 1 diabetes
- Controls blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
- Treats diabetic ketoacidosis under medical supervision
Usual adult dose
Individualised; injected shortly before meals, usually two to three times daily, alongside an appropriate insulin regimen.
Usual dose in children
Individualised by weight, blood sugar, meals, and insulin regimen; used in children with diabetes.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Low blood potassium
Important warnings
- Dose errors can cause severe, potentially life-threatening low blood sugar.
- Monitor blood sugar and adjust doses with changes in meals, activity, or illness.
- Do not stop insulin without medical supervision.
- Only use the correct insulin and delivery device.
Pregnancy
Insulin may be used during pregnancy; requirements can change substantially. Close blood sugar monitoring is important.
Breastfeeding
Compatible with breastfeeding; insulin requirements may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines may increase low blood sugar risk.
- Corticosteroids, some diuretics, and thyroid hormones may raise blood sugar.
- Beta-blockers may mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Alcohol can increase or prolong low blood sugar.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.