ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Benefits & Uses

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1

Other Benefits

Diabetes Type 2
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Gestational Diabetes
Metabolic Syndrome

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.7 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION is used -

Moderate

Hypoglycemia (Low blood sugar level)
Allergic reaction
Peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral Edema

Mild

Swelling

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Related Warnings

Is the use of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Actrapid in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Actrapid on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Actrapid will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION on the Kidneys?

Actrapid may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION on the Liver?

Actrapid has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION on the Heart?

Side effects of Actrapid rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION with Other Drugs

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Rifampicin

Chlorpromazine

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Peripheral Neuropathy
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Potassium Deficiency
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

Frequently asked Questions about ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION

Is this ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION

Drinking alcohol while taking ACTRAPID FLEXPEN IV INJECTION may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild