About insulin aspart
Rapid-acting insulin analogue
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Individualized to blood glucose, meals, and treatment plan; injected shortly before meals or soon after starting.
Usual dose in children
Individualized for children with diabetes; injected shortly before meals or soon after starting.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Low blood potassium
Important warnings
- Low blood sugar can be severe; recognize and treat promptly.
- Dose needs may change with illness, activity, diet, or kidney or liver problems.
- Do not share insulin pens or needles.
- Use the correct insulin and follow the prescribed injection instructions.
Pregnancy
Insulin aspart may be used during pregnancy when needed; insulin requirements often change. Clinical monitoring is important.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding; insulin requirements may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low blood sugar risk.
- Beta-blockers may mask some signs of low blood sugar.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics may raise blood sugar.
- Alcohol may increase or prolong low blood sugar risk.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.