Humstard 30/70 Injection 40IU/ml (Insulin Isophane/NPH 70% / Human Insulin/Soluble Insulin 30%)

Humstard 30/70 Injection 40IU/ml

Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is a combination of short-acting and intermediate-acting analogues of insulin. It is used for the treatment of diabetes mellitus type-I (high blood sugar levels due to genetic conditions) and type-II (high blood sugar levels due to inadequate insulin). This medicine helps in the utilization of glucose and controlling blood sugar levels in such cases.

Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, pain at the injection site, diarrhoea etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects get worse or persistent. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it can make you feel drowsy and/or dizzy.

Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is available as injection/pen. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of medicine in your body. Inject this medicine before 30 minutes of having your meal. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may reoccur.

Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor all about your current medications and existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection
Tingling of hands or feet
Dry mouth
Diarrhoea
Headache
Sneezing
Fever
Body pain
Unusual weight gain or loss
Nausea and vomiting
Pain at the injection site
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Confusion
Changes in vision
Chills
Slurred speech
Shortness of breath
Anxiety
Swelling in the arms or legs.
Convulsions (fits)
Loss of consciousness

Uses of Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Type I Diabetes mellitus
Type 1 diabetes (juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes), is a condition in which your immune system destroys cells that produce insulin. This leads to the pancreas producing little or no insulin. Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is used in the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes mellitus by providing substitutes of insulin.
Type II Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition where insulin absorption is affected. Your body cannot produce enough insulin or resists the insulin produced by the body. Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is used in the treatment of Type II Diabetes Mellitus by providing substitutes of insulin.

When not to use?

Allergy
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Hypoglycemia
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is not recommended if you have hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) as it may further lower your blood sugar level.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is considered safe for use if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is considered to be safe if you are breastfeeding. Although you might require adjustments in doses of insulin. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening problem where the body produces excess blood acids (ketones). Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is not recommended for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis due to the delayed onset of action.
Driving and operating machinery
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection may cause blurred vision or dizziness. Therefore, avoid performing activities like driving vehicles or operating machines while using this medicine.
Changing the type and brand of insulin
Using a different brand or type of insulin should be done only under strict medical supervision.
Single person use
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection should not be shared with others even if the needle is changed. Sharing syringes or needles with another person, who is using vials is strictly not advised.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is administered before food. In case of a missed dose, administer the medicine after the meal. If the time gap is more since the meal, consult your doctor whether to inject the missed dose or not. Do not administer extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Overdose
Seek immediate medical attention if an overdose of Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection is suspected.

General Instructions

Use Humstard – 30/70 40 IU Injection as instructed by your doctor.
The needle should be kept under the skin for at least six seconds to make sure the entire dose is injected. The site where the injection is given should be changed every month in order to avoid lipodystrophy (a condition where the fat under the skin breaks down and forms lumps that interfere with insulin absorption).
Never share an injection pen, cartridge, or syringe with another person, even if the needle has been changed.
Eat a high carbohydrate meal within 30 minutes after using the injection.
Keep this medicine away from children and pets.
Do not take it in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.