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New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection

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15ml Injection in Vial

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MRP ₹196.71

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Wosulin R 40 IU/ML Description

New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection contains insulin which belongs to class of Insulins and analogues (synthetic human hormones).

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹180.97
You Save	₹15.74 (8% on MRP)
Contains	Human Insulin(40.0 Iu/Ml)
Therapy	ANTI-DIABETIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Wosulin R 40 IU/ML

Treatment of diabetes mellitus.

Contraindications of Wosulin R 40 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).

Side effects of Wosulin R 40 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.

Precautions and Warnings of Wosulin R 40 IU/ML

Pregnancy

Can I take New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection during pregnancy?

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.

Breast Feeding

Can I take New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection while breastfeeding?

You can use this while you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection?

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

Can I consume alcohol with New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml Injection?

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.

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.

Mode of Action of Wosulin R 40 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.

Directions for Use of Wosulin R 40 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 of Wosulin R 40 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.

Storage and disposal of Wosulin R 40 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 of Wosulin R 40 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

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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 New Wosulin R 40iu Vial Of 15ml 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.

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Product Details

Brand

WOSULIN

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

30/07/2026

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