Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml is a long-acting insulin that contains insulin glargine. This is a modified insulin, very similar to human insulin. Human insulin is the name which describes synthetic (human-made) insulin, which is laboratory grown to mimic the insulin in humans. Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml is used to treat diabetes mellitus in adults, adolescents and children aged two years and above. Diabetes mellitus is a disease where your body does not produce enough insulin to control the level of blood sugar. Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml has a long and steady blood-sugar-lowering action. Long-acting insulin takes about 2 hours to start acting and is designed to work uniformly so that there is no peak activity as such. The duration of long-acting insulin is up to 24 hours. Treatment with Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml helps to prevent complications from your diabetes. Do not use Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml to treat diabetic ketoacidosis (too much acid in the blood).
Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml is a long-acting insulin that works by ensuring consistent sugar control. Hence, it helps lower blood sugar levels throughout the day. Based on your lifestyle, the results of your blood sugar (glucose) tests, and your previous insulin usage. Your doctor will advise you how much Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml per day you will need and when you need to take it.
Sometimes, you may experience injection site reactions such as lumps under the skin. The injection site should be rotated to prevent skin changes such as lumps under the skin. You may also experience symptoms of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) such as sweating, clammy skin, anxiety, fast heartbeat. Most of these side effects of Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Uses of Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml
Diabetes (Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus)
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Basalog 100IU/ml Refill Cartridge 3ml