How isophane insulin and human insulin (using DNA technology) work
Insulin works in muscle cells, liver cells, and fat cells, lowering blood glucose by facilitating the cells' uptake of glucose while inhibiting glucose production by the liver.
Mixtard 30 is a mixture of two different types of insulin: rapid-acting insulin and intermediate-acting insulin.
Medical uses of Mixtard 30 Vials
It works to lower blood glucose levels, especially in type 1 diabetes or severe insulin deficiency. It can also be prescribed for patients with type 2 diabetes.
Insulin or insulin-like therapy helps prevent complications of diabetes.
How to use Mixtard 30 Vials
Check the label on the package to make sure it is the correct type of insulin for you.
Always use a new needle for each injection to prevent contamination.
Needles and insulin should not be shared with anyone else.
Most types of insulin are only suitable for subcutaneous injection. Talk to your doctor if you need to inject insulin another way.
Always use insulin and adjust your dose exactly as your doctor tells you to.
With each injection, change the injection site within the specific area of skin you are using. This may reduce the risk of many side effects.
The best places for injection are the front of the waist (abdomen), the upper arm, or the front of the thighs.
You should always measure your blood sugar regularly.
Doses may be changed under special circumstances, so always follow your doctor or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more medicine than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital immediately.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.
Side effects of Mixtard 30 Vial
Although the following side effects are not common to everyone, some patients may complain of the following:
Hypoglycemia may present with the following signs: cold, clammy skin, headache, rapid heartbeat, nausea, extreme hunger, temporary vision changes, drowsiness, unusual tiredness and weakness, nervousness or tremors, anxiety, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Severe low blood sugar can lead to loss of consciousness.
Skin changes at the injection site
Signs of allergy
vision problems
joint swelling
Use of Mixtard 30 Vials during pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Helpful tips for diabetics
All carbohydrates affect blood glucose levels, so it's important to know which foods contain carbohydrates. Choose healthy carbohydrate-containing foods and be aware of the portion size (amount of carbohydrates) required.
Reduce your salt intake. Eating too much salt can increase your risk of high blood pressure, which in turn increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. When you have diabetes, you're already at greater risk for all of these conditions.
Eat more fruits and vegetables. This can help you get the vitamins, minerals, and fiber your body needs daily to maintain your health.
If you experience symptoms of low blood sugar such as weakness, dizziness, increased sweating, rapid heartbeat, blurred vision, or difficulty concentrating, eating or drinking something containing sugar usually helps.
Warnings and precautions while using Mixtard 30 Vials
Tell your doctor about all your health conditions, including if you:
You have had a problem with your kidneys or liver, or with your adrenal gland, pituitary gland, or thyroid gland.
If you exercise more than usual or if you want to change your usual diet, this may affect your blood sugar level.
If you are traveling abroad, traveling across time zones may affect your insulin needs and injection timing.
Notice any skin changes at the injection site?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines including non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and nutritional supplements.
How to store Mixtard 30 vials
Before opening: Unused insulin should be stored in a refrigerator at 2-8°C, away from freezing.
During use: You can carry insulin with you and keep it at a temperature below 25°C or in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) for up to 4 weeks. If refrigerated, keep it away from freezing.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Must be stored in the original container to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton/blister/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Your health in numbers
Random blood sugar test: A blood sample will be taken at a random time. Regardless of when you last ate, a blood sugar level of 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or higher indicates diabetes. A blood sugar level below 140 mg/dL is considered normal, and a reading between 140 and 199 mg/dL indicates diabetes risk.
Fasting blood sugar test. A blood sample will be taken after you fast overnight. A fasting blood sugar level below 100 mg/dL is normal. A fasting blood sugar level between 100 and 125 mg/dL is considered prediabetes. If your blood sugar is 126 mg/dL or higher on two separate tests, you may have diabetes.
Oral glucose tolerance test: For this test, you fast overnight, and your fasting blood sugar level is measured. You then drink a sugary liquid, and your blood sugar levels are tested periodically for the next two hours.
For more information about insulin isophane
Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Through the Saudi Food and Drug Authority's Tamenni app
