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Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection
Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection
Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection

Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection

By WOCKHARDT LIMITED
Refrigerated
10ml Injection in Vial
1965.23*
MRP 2136.12
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Glaritus 100 IU/ML Description

Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection contains insulin which belongs to class of Insulins and analogues (synthetic human hormones).

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Product Summary

Offer Price₹1965.23
You Save₹170.89 (8% on MRP)
ContainsInsulin Glargine(100.0 Iu/Ml)
TherapyANTI-DIABETIC
molecules
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uses

Uses of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

Treatment of diabetes mellitus.
contraindications

Contraindications of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

  • If you are allergic to insulin or any of the ingredients of this medicine
  • If you are suffering from hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).
sideEffects

Side effects of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

  • Low blood sugar (Hypoglycaemia)
  • Lightheadedness
  • Dizziness
  • Anxiety
  • Nervousness
  • Tiredness
  • Feeling hungry
  • Visual disturbances
  • Headache
  • Shaking
  • Sweating
  • Pale skin
  • Skin rashes
  • Pain, redness, swelling at injection site.
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection during pregnancy?
A:
  • This medicine can be used during pregnancy if your doctor recommends
  • However, close monitoring of blood sugar levels is suggested as the dose requirements may change with each trimester of pregnancy.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
You can use this while you are breastfeeding.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection?
A:
  • Insulin is known to cause low blood sugar levels and these can lead to impairment in your driving ability
  • Always keep sugar or a bar of chocolate in your car with you while driving
  • In case you experience any of the symptoms of low blood glucose levels like dizziness, drowsiness, visual disturbances and sweating, stop driving immediately and have sugar/ juice.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection?
A:
  • It is advisable not to consume alcohol when you are taking this medicine as it interferes with the way insulin works
  • Consumption of alcohol may lead to an increased risk of both low blood glucose level and high blood glucose level
  • Avoid excessive use of alcohol while taking insulin.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have recurrent low blood sugar levels
  • Be very careful about symptoms of low blood sugar like sweating, anxiety, fast heartbeat, headache, intense hunger, restlessness, dizziness, irritability. If you experience these, immediately have sug...
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  • You have frequent fever and infections
  • You have diseases related to liver and kidney
  • You have thyroid disorders
  • You are switching to different insulin medicine brand
  • You have pain, itching and swelling at the injection site, you should continuously change the site of injection
  • Avoid doing heavy exercise
  • You are planning to change your diet preferences
  • You should always carry sugar candy with you
  • You are taking insulin but not taking adequate meals, your blood glucose can drop drastically.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

How Does It Work?

  • Insulin is crucial to allow entry of blood glucose into each cell of the body
  • Inside the cell, this glucose is used as fuel
  • In type 1 diabetes mellitus, the body fails to produce adequate insulin
  • This leads to glucose accumulating in the blood and cause high blood glucose
  • This medicine lowers blood sugars by stimulating glucose uptake by cells, tissue and muscles, especially by skeletal muscles and fat and by inhibiting glucose production by the liver.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

  • Take this injection as per the technique suggested by your doctor or nurse
  • This injection is to be taken under the skin of the thigh or upper arm or abdomen
  • Do not take this injection in vein or in muscles
  • Pull a skin, fold up to take this injection
  • Wait for at least 6 sec before removing the needle from the injection site
  • Always rotate the site of injection, do not take concurrent injections at the same site.
interactions

Interactions of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

Interactions with other medicines

  • You may have symptoms of low blood sugar if you are taking other medicines for diabetes, depression (fluoxetine), medicines for fever and pain (salicylates), ramipril, lisinopril
  • You may have high blood sugar if you are taking oral contraceptives, thiazide, steroids, thyroxine, medicines used to treat severe diarrhoea and abnormal growth of body organs like octreotide, lanreot...
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  • If you are taking a medicine pioglitazone to treat diabetes, be cautious, as some cases of heart attack and heart failure have been reported
  • Some medicines block your body's response to low blood sugar, so you may not experience symptoms like headache, hunger pangs, sweating, anxiety when your blood sugar drops. This can lead to a serious ...
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Interactions with food items

  • This medicine is to be taken 15 mins before meals or after meals
  • Maintaining a constant meal pattern is advisable when you are taking insulin
  • Avoid skipping or delaying meals when you are taking insulin.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

  • Store between 2°C to 8°C in the refrigerator
  • Do not freeze it
  • Keep it out of the reach of children
  • Do not open the carton of vials to protect it from light
  • Any unused portion should not be stored and should be appropriately discarded.
dosage

Dosage of Glaritus 100 IU/ML

Overdose

  • Excess insulin will lead to low blood sugar levels, called hypoglycemia
  • Symptoms like dizziness, fainting, sweating and tremors may be seen
  • If you have the blood glucometer with you, test immediately and confirm
  • Whether or not you test your levels, it is important to take some glucose water/juice/eat sugar or chocolates immediately and then rush to your doctor.

Missed a Dose

  • Missed dose may lead to high blood sugar levels which can cause symptoms like feeling thirsty, excessive urination, loss of appetite, drowsiness, fruity smell from breath, etc.
  • If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember
  • If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule
  • Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate the missed one as taking double dose can cause a drastic fall in blood glucose which can be dangerous.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What food items I should avoid, as I'm a diabetic?

  • Avoid maida, white bread, noodles, corn flakes, poori, biryani, naan, fried rice, etc.
  • Avoid seetaphal, mango, jack fruit, fruit salads with ice cream, fruit-based desserts
  • Avoid cheese, milkshakes, ice creams
  • Try to avoid pork, beef, soft drinks, sugarcane juice, sweetened health drinks and beverages.

Q: Can I stop taking Glaritus 100iu Vial Of 10ml Injection if I am feeling uncomfortable after taking this medicine?

A: No, you can not stop taking your insulin without speaking with a doctor. It may lead to high blood sugar levels and may worsen your disease condition and land you in complications. In case of side effects or discomfort, talk to your doctor. You may need dose adjustment.

Q: Why should I always change the site for taking this injection?

A: Taking injection at the same site may lead to a lump formation, local irritation and itching. Thus it is advisable not to take injections at the same site or maintain a gap of at least one day.

Q: What other lifestyle modifications I need to consider to manage diabetes?

  • Diet should include chapatis, multigrain bread, puffed rice with vegetables, sprouts, roasted grams, plain cooked daal, soups, steamed vegetables, cooked vegetables with less oil, Jamun, orange, guava...
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  • Limit sugar intake
  • Brisk walk daily for 30 minutes
  • Exercise regularly
  • Monitor your blood glucose regularly
  • Take your anti-diabetic medication on time.

Q: I develop low blood sugar levels often, what could be the possible reasons?

  • Risk factors for developing low blood glucose levels include taking too much insulin, not taking adequate meals or missing meals, too much alcohol consumption, fever and too much exercise
  • Some medicines, when used with insulin can result in such episodes like other diabetes medicine glimepiride, medicines used for fever and pain (salicylates), ramipril, etc.
  • Report to your doctor about these episodes. You may need a dose of adjustment.
Product Details
Brand
GLARITUS
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
30/10/2027
Last Updated on: 21 Aug 2021 | 05:27 PM (IST)

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