Basugine 100IU/ml Injection (Insulin Glargine 100IU)

Medical Description

Basugine 100iu Cartridge contains insulin which belongs to class of Insulins and analogues (synthetic human hormones).

uses

Treatment of diabetes mellitus.

Contraindications of Basugine 100 IU/ML

If you are allergic to insulin or any of the ingredients of this medicine
If you are suffering from hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level).

Side effects of Basugine 100 IU/ML

Low blood sugar (Hypoglycaemia)
Lightheadedness
Dizziness
Anxiety
Nervousness
Tiredness
Feeling hungry
Visual disturbances
Headache
Shaking
Sweating
Pale skin
Skin rashes
Pain, redness, swelling at injection site.

Precautions and Warnings of Basugine 100 IU/ML

Pregnancy
Q:Can I take Basugine 100iu Cartridge during pregnancy?
A:This medicine can be used during pregnancy if your doctor recommends
However, close monitoring of blood sugar levels is suggested as the dose requirements may change with each trimester of pregnancy.

Breast Feeding
Q:Can I take Basugine 100iu Cartridge while breastfeeding?
A:You can use this while you are breastfeeding.

Driving
Q:Can I drive if I have consumed Basugine 100iu Cartridge?
A:Insulin is known to cause low blood sugar levels and these can lead to impairment in your driving ability
Always keep sugar or a bar of chocolate in your car with you while driving
In case you experience any of the symptoms of low blood glucose levels like dizziness, drowsiness, visual disturbances and sweating, stop driving immediately and have sugar/ juice.

Alcohol
Q:Can I consume alcohol with Basugine 100iu Cartridge?
A:It is advisable not to consume alcohol when you are taking this medicine as it interferes with the way insulin works
Consumption of alcohol may lead to an increased risk of both low blood glucose level and high blood glucose level
Avoid excessive use of alcohol while taking insulin.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have recurrent low blood sugar levels
Be very careful about symptoms of low blood sugar like sweating, anxiety, fast heartbeat, headache, intense hunger, restlessness, dizziness, irritability. If you experience these, immediately have sugar (Do not consume artificial sweeteners). Eat something as soon as possible. Do not take insulin in such a scenario. If still the symptoms persists, seek emergency medical help
You have frequent fever and infections
You have diseases related to liver and kidney
You have thyroid disorders
You are switching to different insulin medicine brand
You have pain, itching and swelling at the injection site, you should continuously change the site of injection
Avoid doing heavy exercise
You are planning to change your diet preferences
You should always carry sugar candy with you
You are taking insulin but not taking adequate meals, your blood glucose can drop drastically.