Review the side-effects of Insulin Aspart as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Metabolic- Low blood sugar, weight gain and low potassium level in blood.
Central Nervous System- Headache, neuropathy, seizures and sensory disturbances.
Skin- Lipodystrophy (from repeated insulin injection into same site), itching, rash and skin disorder.
Allergic Reactions- Rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue and wheezing.
Gastrointestinal- Extreme thirst, extreme hunger, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting.
EYE- Diabetic retinopathy and inflammation of nasopharynx.
Genitourinary- Urinary tract infection.
Heart- Fast or irregular heart beat.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection.
Local- Catheter occlusions, infusion-site reactions, itching at injection site, redness and swelling.
Lab tests- Elevated level of alkaline phosphatase.
Miscellaneous- Accidental injury, chest pain, absent reflexes, influenza, onychomycosis ( fungal infection of the nail) and peripheral edema.
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Novolog Inj, NovoLog Mix 50/50 , NovoLog Mix 70/30
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Metabolic- Low blood sugar, weight gain and low potassium level in blood.
Central Nervous System- Headache, neuropathy, seizures and sensory disturbances.
Skin- Lipodystrophy (from repeated insulin injection into same site), itching, rash and skin disorder.
Allergic Reactions- Rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue and wheezing.
Gastrointestinal- Extreme thirst, extreme hunger, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting.
EYE- Diabetic retinopathy and inflammation of nasopharynx.
Genitourinary- Urinary tract infection.
Heart- Fast or irregular heart beat.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection.
Local- Catheter occlusions, infusion-site reactions, itching at injection site, redness and swelling.
Lab tests- Elevated level of alkaline phosphatase.
Miscellaneous- Accidental injury, chest pain, absent reflexes, influenza, onychomycosis ( fungal infection of the nail) and peripheral edema.
Other Precautions :
If you will be traveling across time zones, consult your doctor concerning adjustments in your insulin schedule.Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
Drug Name : Insulin Aspart
Insulin Aspart(Novolog Inj) generic is a fast-acting form of the hormone insulin, prescribed for diabetes mellitus. It is used with other medium- or long-acting insulin products injected just below the skin to control high blood sugar. It helps sugar (glucose) get into the cells.Brand Names or Trade Names of Insulin Aspart
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Novolog Inj, NovoLog Mix 50/50 , NovoLog Mix 70/30
