Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec

Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidiabetics’ primarily used for the treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. It maintains blood sugar levels in adults and children. In Diabetes Mellitus Type 1, the body does not produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. On the other hand, in Diabetes Mellitus type 2, either the body stops producing enough insulin (a hormone that helps lower blood sugar levels), or there is resistance to insulin action. As a result, insulin is produced in large quantities, but it is not capable of operating on the body's organs.

Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec is a combination of two drugs, namely, Insulin Aspart and Insulin Degludec. Insulin aspart is a fast-acting or short-acting form of insulin that helps lower blood sugar levels after food intake. Insulin degludec is a long-acting form of insulin which begins working after 60 minutes and is a long-acting insulin preparation (lasts for more than 24 hours). Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec stimulates the recovery of sugar in muscle and fat cells and suppresses sugar production in the liver. Together, Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec confirm rapid and stable sugar control by helping reuptake of sugar in fat cells and muscle, and suppressing the creation of sugar in the liver.

Take Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience rash, injection site allergic reaction, weight gain, oedema (tissue swelling or fluid overload), lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site), hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), itching. Most of these side effects of Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec of your own. Let your doctor know about this, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec if you have any low blood glucose levels, kidney, liver, or heart problems, or problems with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs. Along with Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec, you should take a healthy diet, do regular exercise, and maintain weight as advised by your doctor. Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec is a cold chain medicine, and so it must be stored in the refrigerator between 2-8 degrees Celsius else its efficiency might get lost. Do not store in the freezer of the fridge.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec belongs to the class of medications called ‘antidiabetics’ primarily used for the treatment of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec is a combination of two drugs, namely, Insulin Aspart and Insulin Degludec. Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec contains insulin aspart, which is a fast-acting form of insulin that helps lower blood sugar levels after food intake. Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec contains insulin degludec, which is a prolonged action form of insulin. It typically begins working after 60 minutes and is a long-acting insulin preparation (lasts for more than 24 hours). Together, they confirm rapid and stable sugar control by helping reuptake sugar in fat and muscle, and cells and suppressing the creation of sugar in the liver. 

Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec should be administered subcutaneously (in the upper thigh, abdomen, upper arm, or buttocks). If you are not trained to self-administer Insulin Aspart+insulin Degludec, ask your healthcare professional to administer it.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Rashes
• Injection site allergic reaction
• Weight gain
• Edema (swelling)
• Lipodystrophy (skin thickening or pits at the injection site)
• Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
• Itching