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More About Longact (40 IU/ml) (1*10ml Vial)
Benefits
In Diabetes Longact 40IU/ml Injection is an intermediate-acting type of insulin that is usually used along with other diabetes medication for controlling blood sugar levels. It replaces the insulin that is normally produced in the body. This helps the glucose get into your muscle and fat cells so your body can use it for energy. It also decreases glucose production in the liver. Lowering of blood sugar level helps reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Learn exactly how, where, and when to inject this insulin for it to be most effective. Take it regularly along with proper diet and exercise for a normal, healthy life.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Longact 40IU/ml Injection is an intermediate-acting insulin, that starts working in 1-2 hours after injection. It works similar to the insulin that is produced by the body. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver. This helps to lower the blood sugar levels in diabetes mellitus.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Longact 40IU/ml Injection as it is deemed unsafe.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Longact 40IU/ml Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Longact 40IU/ml Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Caution Advised: Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution Advised: Longact 40IU/ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Longact 40IU/ml Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
Caution Advised: Longact 40IU/ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Longact 40IU/ml Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Regular monitoring of glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.
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Arvind Vithal Gandhi Chowk, BSD Marg, Station Road, Govandi East, Mumbai - 400 088. , India.
References
Powers AC, DAlessio D. Endocrine Pancreas and Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycemia. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilmans: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1251-53
Nolte MS. Pancreatic hormones and antidiabetic drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 733-34
Human insulin. Bagsværd, Denmark: Novo Nordisk A/S; 2002 (12 Mar. 2019)
Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98 (12 Mar. 2019)
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