Insulin Aspart

Insulin Aspart is used to treat diabetes mellitus. It works by ensuring rapid and consistent sugar control.

Insulin Aspart works by replacing the insulin that is normally produced by the body. It helps move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy. Insulin Aspart also prevents the liver from producing more sugar.

Insulin Aspart typically begins working after 10-20 minutes, and will last for between 3 and 5 hours.

Cold sweat; cool pale skin; headache; rapid heartbeat; feeling sick; feeling very hungry; temporary vision changes; drowsiness; unusual tiredness and weakness; nervousness or tremor; feeling anxious; feeling confused; difficulty in concentrating are some of the common signs of the low blood sugar level in an individual.

If you experience low blood sugar, eat glucose tablets or another high sugar snack (e.g. sweets, biscuits, fruit juice). Measure your blood sugar if possible and rest. Always carry glucose tablets or high sugar snacks with you. You should give a call to any of your family members if you are feeling dizziness or drowsiness.

Local allergic reactions (pain, redness, hives, inflammation, bruising, swelling and itching) at the injection site may occur. These usually disappear after a few weeks of taking your insulin. If they do not disappear, or if they spread throughout your body, talk to your doctor immediately.

Insulin Aspart can be given to treat both the condition of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. However, your doctor will decide whether Insulin Aspart can be given to you or not depending on your present condition. Insulin Aspart should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Insulin Aspart or other forms of insulin, patients with kidney disease, liver disease, low blood sugar/glucose level (hypoglycaemia), and low potassium level (hypokalaemia).

Cut back on foods high in sodium, alcohol, fried foods, and high-carb food and drinks like sugary drinks, drinks with added sugar, white rice and starchy vegetables.

Insulin Aspart should not be discontinued without a doctor's consultation as stopping Insulin Aspart may cause severe hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and ketoacidosis (buildup of acid in the blood). Consult the doctor if you feel uncomfortable after taking Insulin Aspart.

The injection site should be changed to prevent skin changes like lumps under the skin. Insulin Aspart may not work well if injected into the lumpy area.

Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Limit sugar intake and avoid smoking & alcohol consumption. Manage stress by doing meditation or yoga.

Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) may occur because you inject too much insulin, miss or delay meals, do not eat enough, eat food containing less carbohydrate than normal, drink alcohol, lose carbohydrates due to vomiting or diarrhoea, do more exercise than usual or a different type of physical activity, are recovering from an injury, illness, operation or stress, or are taking/have stopped taking other medicines.

Check the label for directions and use Insulin Aspart as advised by the doctor. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns. Insulin Aspart should be taken immediately before a meal. Eat a meal or snack within 10 minutes of the injection to avoid low blood sugar. When necessary, Insulin Aspart can be given soon after a meal.

Insulin Aspart belongs to the class of medicines called insulin analogues used to improve glycaemic control.

Insulin Aspart contains Insulin aspart which is produced in a genetically modified strain of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker's yeast) using rDNA technology.

Insulin Aspart may cause weight gain due to a decrease in glucosuria (excretion of glucose through urine). Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Insulin Aspart may be needed for the rest of your life if you have type 1 diabetes as your body is not able to produce sufficient insulin. However, if you have type 2 diabetes your doctor might prescribe Insulin Aspart for a short duration based on your condition.

Yes, Insulin Aspart may cause hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels). Regularly monitor blood sugar levels and take a source of sugar such as glucose biscuits, candy or fruit juices if you experience symptoms of hypoglycaemia cold sweat, headache, rapid heartbeat, feeling sick, drowsiness, unusual tiredness, and weakness.

Yes, Insulin Aspart is a fast-acting insulin. It helps control immediate post-meal high blood glucose levels. You should eat a meal within 5-10 minutes after taking a dose of Insulin Aspart.

Insulin Aspart is safe to be used in pregnancy if prescribed by the doctor. Careful monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.