How do you use Basugine injection?
Basugine 100IU/ml Injection can be prescribed alone or along with fast-acting insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the maximum benefit.
What is Basugine Pen?
Basugine Pen is a long-acting analog of insulin used for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Insulin is a natural substance produced by the pancreas which helps in utilizing glucose for energy production and maintains the glucose level in the body.
What is Lupisulin?
Lupisulin M 30 Solution for Injection 40IU/ml is a combination of two medicines, an intermediate-acting and a short-acting type of insulin. It is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus (type 1 and 2) to improve blood sugar control both in adults and children.
How long does insulin take to work?
Types of insulin: Rapid-acting insulin (such as insulin lispro, insulin aspart, and insulin glulisine) starts working in about 15 minutes. It lasts for 3 to 5 hours. Short-acting insulin (such as regular insulin) starts working in 30 to 60 minutes and lasts 5 to 8 hours.
What is the difference between basal and bolus insulin?
The two main ways to take insulin are bolus and basal. Bolus insulin is the quick-acting delivery that you often take before mealtimes. Basal insulin is longer-acting and helps keep your glucose levels steady day and night.
Where can I inject Lantus?
In the fatty tissue on the outer back area of your upper arm. Or in your thighs. Remember, the injection site should be changed each time you inject. Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab.
How do insulin pens work?
Reusable pens work with insulin cartridges that can be loaded into the pen and then tossed away once the insulin is used, leaving the pen ready for the next cartridge. Each pen only works with certain types of insulin, so keep that in mind as you browse pens.
Which is the best insulin?
What Type of Insulin Is Best for My Diabetes?
| Type of Insulin & Brand Names | Onset | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Acting | ||
| Insulin glargine (Basaglar, Lantus, Toujeo) | 1-1 1/2 hours | No peak time. Insulin is delivered at a steady level. |
| Insulin detemir (Levemir) | 1-2 hours | 6-8 hours |
| Insulin degludec (Tresiba) | 30-90 min. | No peak time |
What is the best time to inject insulin?
Timing. Insulin shots are most effective when you take them so that insulin goes to work when glucose from your food starts to enter your blood. For example, regular insulin works best if you take it 30 minutes before you eat.