Insulin Aspart

Uses	Diabetes
Therapy	Anti-Diabetic
Side Effects	Low Blood Sugar, Dizziness, Sweating, Feeling Hungry

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Molecule Description

Insulin Aspart is a form of insulin that is used to treat Type I and Type II diabetes. It is used in Type I diabetes rather effectively as its control over the blood sugar levels are far better than human insulin.

Uses

It is used in used to treat Type I and Type II diabetes effectively as its control over the blood sugar levels are far better than human insulin.

Contraindications

When should one not use Insulin Aspart

If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Local reactions (like rash, redness and itching)
Suddenly feel unwell with sweating
Vomiting
Difficulty in breathing
Allergy on the skin such as eczema, rash, itching, hives and dermatitis may occur
Rapid heartbeat or feeling dizzy

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

This medicine is considered safe for usage on pregnant women; however, this medicine should be started only after doctor's consultation.

Breast Feeding

It is safe during breastfeeding but a dose adjustment is necessary.

Driving

Low blood sugar can affect your ability to drive. If your blood sugar is low, it can affect your concentration ability. Consult your doctor whether you can drive if you often get low blood sugar.

Alcohol

Alcohol is not safe for consumption when taking this medication as it increases the risk of both hypo and hyperglycemia. Consuming alcohol while taking this medication can lead to severe side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness and more.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have kidney or liver problems
Your blood sugar got so low that you passed out
You have been given an injection of glucagon
You had too low blood sugar a few times recently
High blood sugar
You experience pain due to nerve damage (due to fast improvement in blood sugar, you may get temporary nerve-related pain)
You feel swelling around your joints

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It works by increasing the amount of glucose that the tissues absorb and by decreasing the amount of glucose manufactured by the liver.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines for diabetes (oral and injectable)
Medicines for infections like Sulphonamides
Medicines for high blood pressure or angina like beta-blockers
Acetylsalicylic acid (and other Salicylates) - for mild fever and pain
Medicines for depression like monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors
Medicines for some heart problems or high blood pressure like ACE inhibitors or Thiazides
Medicine for thyroid
Medicines for asthma, like Salbutamol or Terbutaline

Interactions with food items

No information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with food. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Dosage

Overdose

Hypoglycaemia may occur in case of an overdose; some of its symptoms are blurred vision, speaking troubles, sweating, weakness, tremors, confusion and stomach pains. Seek medical help as soon as you see any of these symptoms.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a dose, follow the regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose. If you missed more than two or three doses, consult your doctor quickly.