? Human Insulin NPH 30: Soluble Insulin 30% and Isophane Insulin 70%
Injection 100 IU/mL in a vial
? Indications for Use
Human Insulin NPH 30 is an injectable suspension containing human insulin as the active ingredient. It combines rapid-acting (soluble) insulin and long-acting (isophane) insulin to help regulate blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.
? Do Not Use Human Insulin NPH 30 If:
- You are experiencing a hypoglycemic episode (low blood sugar).
- You are allergic to human insulin or any of the ingredients in Human Insulin NPH 30.
⚠ Warnings and Precautions
Inform your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, especially if you:
- Have liver or kidney problems.
- Have heart failure or other heart-related conditions.
⚠ Potential Side Effects of Human Insulin NPH 30
Human Insulin NPH 30 may cause serious side effects, though they occur in only a small number of people. These include:
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
- Severe allergic reactions
- Low potassium levels (hypokalemia)
- Heart failure
? Drug Interactions
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medications you take, especially thiazolidinediones (TZDs), as well as over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
? How to Use Human Insulin NPH 30
- Administer subcutaneously (under the skin) in the thigh, abdomen (waist area), gluteal region (buttocks), or deltoid area (shoulder).
- Rotate injection sites with each dose.
- Regularly monitor blood sugar levels to determine the lowest effective dose.
- The usual daily dose ranges between 0.3 and 1.0 IU per kilogram of body weight.
- Inject 30 minutes before a meal. It is usually administered once or twice daily, depending on the required initial rapid effect and long-lasting control.
? Storage Instructions
- Unopened vials: Store in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C / 36°F to 46°F). Do not freeze.
- Keep Human Insulin NPH 30 and all medications out of reach of children.