NovoRapid 100IU/ml FlexPen – 3ml × 5 Prefilled Insulin Pens

Description

NovoRapid FlexPen contains Insulin Aspart (100IU/ml), a rapid-acting insulin used to control high blood sugar in patients with diabetes mellitus (type 1 and type 2). It helps lower blood glucose levels quickly after meals, reducing the risk of complications such as kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, and heart disease. Pack includes 5 pre-filled FlexPens (3ml each) for convenient and accurate dosing.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Insulin Aspart (100IU/ml)

• Inactive Ingredients: Glycerol, phenol, metacresol, zinc chloride, sodium chloride, hydrochloric acid/sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment), and water for injection

Drug Class

• Antidiabetic – Insulin (Rapid-acting)

Dosage Form

• Injection (Prefilled FlexPen – 3ml solution)

Uses

NovoRapid is used for:

• Treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus

• Treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus when oral medicines are insufficient

• Rapid control of blood sugar spikes after meals

• Preventing complications of uncontrolled diabetes (kidney, heart, nerve damage)

Dosage

• Dosage is individualized based on patient’s needs, diet, activity, and blood glucose levels.

• Typical dose: Inject immediately before meals or up to 10 minutes after starting a meal.

• Often used in basal-bolus insulin regimens (with long-acting insulin).

• Always follow doctor’s instructions.

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: Severe hypoglycemia (sweating, tremors, dizziness, blurred vision, confusion, seizures).

• Immediate action: Consume glucose tablets/sugar/honey.

• Severe cases: May require IV glucose injection or glucagon in hospital.

Missed Dose

• If missed before a meal, take it as soon as you remember while eating.

• If it is close to the next dose, skip the missed one – do not double dose.

• Monitor blood sugar levels to prevent complications.

How to Use

• Use subcutaneous injection (under the skin) – usually in abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.

• Rotate injection sites to avoid skin problems.

• Do not inject into a vein or muscle unless advised by a doctor.

• FlexPen is prefilled – use as per device instructions.

• Use only under medical guidance.

When Not to Use

• Allergy to insulin aspart or any component of the formulation

• During episodes of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

• Not to be used without doctor’s prescription

Side Effects

Common:

• Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

• Injection site redness, pain, or swelling

• Weight gain

• Flu-like symptoms

Serious (rare):

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, difficulty breathing, swelling)

• Vision changes

• Low potassium levels (muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat)

Precautions & Warnings

• Monitor blood sugar regularly

• Do not share insulin pens with others (risk of infection)

• Use with caution in patients with kidney or liver problems

• Inform doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding – dose may need adjustment

• Avoid alcohol – may increase risk of hypoglycemia

• Always carry sugar or glucose tablets to treat sudden low sugar episodes

Drug Interactions

• Oral antidiabetic drugs (may increase hypoglycemia risk)

• Corticosteroids (may increase blood sugar)

• Beta-blockers (may mask symptoms of low sugar)

• ACE inhibitors, salicylates, and some antidepressants (may lower blood sugar further)

Storage/Disposal

• Store unopened pens in a refrigerator (2–8°C).

• Do not freeze.

• Once in use, store at room temperature (below 30°C) for up to 28 days.

• Keep away from heat and direct light.

• Dispose of used needles safely in sharps container.

Control Drug

• Yes – Prescription-only medicine

Quick Tips

• Always check the insulin label before injection to avoid mix-up.

• Carry your diabetes ID card and sugar source when traveling.

• Do not stop insulin suddenly without consulting your doctor.

• Regularly check HbA1c levels to monitor long-term sugar control.

• Rotate injection sites to prevent lipodystrophy (lumps under skin).