Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml

Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml belongs to the group of medications called 'antidiabetics' used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which glucose levels are elevated in the body. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not make enough insulin (a hormone essential for glucose metabolism). In type 2 diabetes, either the body stops producing enough insulin or there is resistance to the action of insulin.

Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml contains 'Human Insulin'. It replaces the deficient hormone 'insulin' in patients with diabetes. Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml suppresses the production of sugar in the liver and facilitates the reuptake of sugar in the fat and muscle cells; thereby, Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml ensures rapid and consistent sugar control. It starts to work within 30 min after injection, and its action lasts up to 8 hours.

Take Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml as prescribed by your doctor. A healthcare professional will teach you how to take the injection. It can cause some side effects, such as low blood sugar, swelling in your hands or feet, weight gain, or thickening of the skin at the injection site. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml if you are allergic to insulin or have an episode of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Talk to your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other anti-diabetic medications. If you experience an episode of hypoglycemia, seek medical attention immediately.

Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml contains Human Insulin that is a short-acting form of insulin. It helps lower blood sugar levels in both adults and children. It stimulates the recovery of sugar in muscle and fat cells and thus suppresses the production of sugar in the liver. Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml helps in improving glycemic control which in turn decreases the risk of progression of complications of diabetes like damage of retina (retinopathy), damage of kidney (nephropathy), damage of nerve cells (neuropathy), delayed wound healing, diabetic foot ulcer, and others. 

• Low blood sugar
• Swelling in your hands or feet
• Weight gain
• Thickening of the skin at the injection

Do not take Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 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 Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 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. 

• ROSIGLITAZONE
• PIOGLITAZONE
• LEVOFLOXACIN
• NORFLOXACIN
• OFLOXACIN
• ENALAPRIL
• LISINOPRIL
• CAPTOPRIL
• LOSARTAN
• VALSARTAN
• PROPRANOLOL
• METOPROLOL

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

• Include foods rich in healthy carbohydrates, fibre, 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 Lupisulin R 40IU/ml Solution for Injection 10 ml.
• Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
• Rest properly, avoid stress by doing meditation or yoga.