Expert advice for Apidra Solution for Injection
Apidra 100 IU Cartridge helps to control blood sugar level and avoids long-term complications. You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Apidra 100 IU Cartridge. Take Apidra 100 IU Cartridge 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side-effect; learn how to identify and manage its symptoms (sweating, rapid heartbeat, weakness, blurry vision, headache) and teach your family as well. Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site. Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites. Opened vials/cartridge are good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C). Do not use if the preparation is no longer clear and colourless, or if it contains particles.
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Composition
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Insulin Glulisine (100IU) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Apidra are Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level), Skin thickening or pits at the injection site (Lipodystrophy), Injection site allergic reaction, Itching, Rash. |
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How to works
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How Apidra Solution for Injection works
Apidra 100 IU Cartridge is a fast-acting insulin, starts working within 10-20 minutes after injection. It works similar to insulin produced by the body. Insulin facilitates reuptake of glucose in muscle and fat cell and also block the release of glucose from the liver. |
