About insulin isophane biphasic
Premixed human insulin
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Individualized; commonly injected twice daily before meals, adjusted to blood glucose and meal patterns.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by a diabetes specialist; dosing and timing depend on meals and blood glucose.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Lipodystrophy at injection sites
Important warnings
- Check the exact insulin type before each injection; product mix-ups can cause severe harm.
- This suspension usually needs gentle resuspension; follow product instructions.
- Do not change dose without clinical guidance; illness and meal changes affect requirements.
- Only for subcutaneous injection; never inject intravenously.
Pregnancy
Insulin is commonly used in pregnancy; requirements may change throughout pregnancy and after delivery.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible; insulin requirements may decrease after delivery and during breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low blood sugar risk.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics may raise blood glucose.
- Beta blockers can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Alcohol may 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.