Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml

Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. In diabetes mellitus type 1, the body does not produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels (glucose). On the other hand, in diabetes mellitus type 2, either the body stops producing enough insulin (the hormone which helps decrease sugar levels in the blood) or there is resistance to the action of insulin. As a result, insulin is produced in large amounts, leading to high blood glucose levels.

Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml contains Insulin lispro and insulin lispro protamine. Insulin lispro is fast-acting insulin, whereas Insulin lispro protamine is an intermediate-acting insulin. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml suppresses the production of sugar in the liver and facilitates the reuptake of sugar in the fat and muscle cells; thereby, Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml ensures rapid and consistent sugar control. 

Your doctor will advise you on how to use the Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml. In some cases, you may experience hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), itching, mild rash, and injection site reactions like redness or swelling. Most of these side effects of Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is recommended for use by anyone under the age of 18. Consult your doctor before taking Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml may cause hypoglycemia, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is a cold chain medicine. It has to be stored in the refrigerator between 2-8°C else its efficiency may be lost. Do not store in the freezer.

Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidiabetics’ primarily used to improve blood sugar control in adults with diabetes mellitus. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is a combination of Insulin lispro and insulin lispro protamine. Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering glucose levels (sugar) in the blood. Insulin lispro is fast-acting insulin. Insulin lispro protamine is an intermediate-acting insulin. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml suppresses the production of sugar in the liver and facilitates the reuptake of sugar in the fat and muscle cells; thereby, Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml ensures rapid and consistent sugar control. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml helps prevent the chances of developing serious complications of diabetes, like damage to the retina (retinopathy), damage to the kidney (nephropathy), damage of nerve cells (neuropathy), diabetic foot ulcer, and various complications occurring due to diabetes. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml starts to work within 10 minutes after injection, peaks in 2 hours and keeps working for up to 24 hours. Thereby it controls and maintains the glucose levels in the body throughout the day.

• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar level)

• Injection site reactions

• Itching

• Rash

If you are allergic to any of the contents of Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml, please inform your doctor. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is not approved for use by anyone under 18. Before taking Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml, tell your doctor if you have ever had liver/kidney disease or low potassium levels in your blood (hypokalemia). Consult your doctor before taking Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drive only if you are alert as Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml may cause hypoglycemia. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml. Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml is a cold chain medicine, and it should be stored in a refrigerator between 2-8°C; otherwise, it may lose its effectiveness. Do not freeze. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml may have an interaction with antidiabetics (e.g. pioglitazone), thyroid hormones (e.g. levothyroxine), blood pressure-lowering medicines (e.g. metoprolol, hydrochlorothiazide, irbesartan, candesartan), bronchodilator (e.g. metaproterenol), pain killer medications (e.g. aspirin), and anti-depressant medications (e.g. sertraline).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcoholic beverages with Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml as it may increase or decrease your blood sugar level.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml if you have or ever had kidney disease, hepatic impairment or liver disease, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), and hypokalaemia (low potassium level).

• PIOGLITAZONE
• LEVOTHYROXINE
• METOPROLOL
• HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
• IRBESARTAN
• CANDESARTAN
• METAPROTERENOL
• ASPIRIN
• SERTRALINE

• Take short, frequent meals. Avoid prolonged fasting.

• Beware of hypoglycaemia symptoms such as sweating, dizziness, palpitations, shivering, intense thirst, dry mouth, dry skin, frequent urination, etc. Whenever you experience the mentioned symptoms, immediately consume 5-6 candies or three glucose biscuits or three teaspoons of honey/sugar and get in touch with your physician. Make sure to carry these with you at all times, especially for long travels.

• Avoid drinking alcohol. It increases the risk of hypoglycaemia (decrease in blood sugar which might be fatal in some cases) and lactic acidosis (when the lactic acid increases in the body, which impacts various organs).

• Try to quit smoking.

• Reduce intake of carbohydrate-rich food like potato, rice, mangoes, bread, sugar, etc.

• Avoid eating sugary food and prefer food low in calories.

• When travelling across more than two time zones, you should talk to your doctor concerning adjustments in your insulin schedule.

• Your doctor may tell you to have regular potassium level tests as Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml may cause hypokalaemia (low potassium).

• You should normally inject Humalog Mix 50 Kwikpen 100IU/ml within 15 minutes of a meal.

• Always use a new sterile needle for each injection.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus: In type 1 diabetes mellitus, the body does not make insulin (the hormone that helps decrease sugar levels in the blood) to control blood sugar levels.

Type 2 diabetes mellitus: In type 2 diabetes mellitus, either the body stops producing enough insulin or there is resistance to the action of insulin. As a result, insulin is produced in sufficient amounts but cannot act on the tissues of the organs.