Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml is used for the treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a condition that affects the way the body processes glucose. In Diabetes Mellitus Type 1, the body does not make enough insulin to control blood sugar levels. In Diabetes Mellitus type 2, either the body stops producing enough insulin (the hormone which helps to decrease sugar levels in the blood), or there is resistance to the action of insulin. As a result, insulin is produced in large amounts, but it cannot act on the organs of the body.

Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml is a combination of two drugs: Human insulin (a short-acting type of insulin) and Insulin isophane (intermediate-acting). Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml suppresses the production of sugar in the liver and facilitates the reuptake of sugar in the fat and muscle cells; thereby, Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml ensures rapid and consistent sugar control. 

 Take Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml as advised by your doctor. If you are not well trained to self-administer Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml, ask your healthcare professional to administer it. In some cases, Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml may cause certain common side effects like an allergic reaction at the site of injection, hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), itching, lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site), oedema (swelling), rashes, and weight gain. Most of these side effects of Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Consult your doctor before taking Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions. Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 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.

Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml is a combination of two drugs: Human insulin (a short-acting type of insulin) and Insulin isophane (intermediate-acting). Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml is used for the treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml suppresses the production of sugar in the liver and facilitates the reuptake of sugar in the fat and muscle cells; thereby, Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml ensures rapid and consistent sugar control.  Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml helps in improving glycaemic control, which in turn decreases the risk of progression of diabetes complications like damage to the retina (retinopathy), damage to the kidney (nephropathy), damage of nerve cells (neuropathy), delayed wound healing, diabetic foot ulcer.

• Allergic reaction at the site of injection

• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)

• Itching

• Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)

• Oedema (swelling)

• Rashes

• Weight gain

Do not take Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml if you are allergic to any of the contents. Inform your doctor if you have hypoglycemia (low blood glucose levels), hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in the blood), heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult a doctor before taking Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. You are recommended not to consume alcohol as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Care should be taken when you are travelling across more than 2 time zones; your doctor may adjust your insulin schedule. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml may interact with medicines such as pain killer (aspirin), antibiotic (ciprofloxacin), bronchodilators (albuterol, ipratropium), diuretic (furosemide), anti-hypertensive (metoprolol), anti-depressant (sertraline), oral hypoglycemic agents, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, anabolic steroids, glucocorticoids, thyroid hormones and sympathomimetics.

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid consumption of alcohol along with Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml as it may lead to unpleasant side effects.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, low potassium level (hypokalaemia), and low blood sugar/glucose level (hypoglycemia).

• ASPIRIN
• CIPROFLOXACIN
• ALBUTEROL
• IPRATROPIUM
• FUROSEMIDE
• METOPROLOL
• SERTRALINE

• Include foods rich in healthy carbohydrates and fiber, fruits, whole grains, and vegetables in your diet.
• Try eating food at regular intervals. Do not skip meals. Also, try not to overeat.
• Follow a healthy diet and walk for at least a few minutes to complement treatment with Mixtard 50 HM 100IU/ml Penfill 5 x 3 ml.
• Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
• Rest properly, and avoid stress by doing meditation or yoga.

• If you feel any symptoms of hypoglycemia (fatigue, dizziness, confusion, heart palpitations, shakiness and anxiety), consult your doctor immediately.  

Diabetes: Diabetes is a chronic or lifelong disease that prevents the body from utilizing insulin properly. Insulin is the hormone that controls sugar levels in the blood. Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels are above normal. It is of two types: type-1 and type-2 diabetes. Type-1 diabetes is a condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Type-2 diabetes affects the way body processes the sugar. Symptoms of diabetes include lack of energy, tiredness, frequent urination, excess thirst, dry mouth, blurry vision, constant hunger, weight loss, and itchy skin.