What is Humulin 70%/30?
Humulin 70/30 is a combination of insulin regular and insulin isophane. Insulin is an insulin-like hormone that lowers blood glucose levels. Insulin isophane has an intermediate action. Insulin regularity has a short-acting This combination of insulin begins to work 10 to 20 minutes following the injection. It reaches its peak in two hours and continues to function for up to 24 hours.Humulin 70/30 helps to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes.Humulin 70/30 can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Humulin 70/30
If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should seek immediate medical attention: swelling or redness where an injection has been given; itchy skin all over your body; difficulty breathing, wheezing, or rapid pulse
If you experience:
- Fluid retention can manifest as swelling of the hands or feet or weight gain.
- Low potassium can cause leg cramps or constipation. It may also lead to irregular heartbeats or chest fluttering. Your thirst or frequency of urination may increase.
Side effects of Humulin 70/30 include:
- Low blood sugar
- Itching, mild skin rash
- The skin may become thicker or hollower where the medication was injected.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Warnings
Humulin 70/30 should not be used if you have hypoglycemia.Humulin 70/30 is most commonly associated with hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. Low blood sugar can cause headaches, sweating, pale skin, and irritability. Be on the lookout for symptoms of low blood glucose. If you suspect low blood sugar, carry a hard candy that is not dietetic or a glucose tablet.Do not share an injection pen, syringe, or syringe, even if it has a new needle.
Before you take this drug
Humulin 70/30 should not be used if you have an allergy to insulin or hypoglycemia.Humulin 70/30 should not be used by anyone under the age of 18.
Notify your doctor of any of the following factors to ensure that this medication is suitable for you:
- Congestive heart failure and other heart problems
- Liver or kidney disease
- Hypokalemia refers to low potassium levels in the blood.
Inform your doctor if the combination of pioglitazone and rosiglitazone is also taken (often in conjunction with glimepiride, metformin, or both). Certain oral diabetes medications can increase the risk of heart problems if taken with insulin.Inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing.If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, follow your doctor's advice about using Humulin 60/30.
Similar/related drugs
Ozempic, Mounjaro, Metformin, Trulicity, Lantus, Victoza, and Tresiba
How to take Humulin 60/30?
Follow the directions on your prescription label to use Humulin 70/30.Please follow all the directions on the prescription label carefully when taking this medication, avoiding exceeding the recommended dosage or using it for longer than recommended.Insulin is injected beneath the skin. You will learn how to inject at home. You should not administer this medication to yourself if you don't know how to properly use an injection or dispose of used syringes and needles.Humulin must not be used with an insulin pump or mixed with any other insulin. Humulin should not be injected into a vein, muscle, or tissue.Your healthcare provider will show you the best areas of your body where you can inject Humulin at 70% or 30%. Each time you inject, use a new place. Don't inject in the same spot twice.
This medicine should not be injected into damaged, bruised, pitted, or thickened skin.You should eat within 30 to 60 minutes after using humulin.Use only the Humulin 70/30 injection pen. Attach a fresh needle each time. Transferring insulin from the pen to a syringe is not recommended.Do not share an injection pen or syringe containing Humulin 70/30 with anyone else, even if you have changed the needle. This can cause an infection or disease to spread from person to person.Use the disposable needle or syringe only once. Use a sharps container that is puncture-proof. Ask your pharmacist where to get one and how to dispose of it. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of sharps in a container that is puncture-proof. This container should be kept out of the reach of pets and children.
Everyone with diabetes can experience low blood sugar. The symptoms of low blood sugar include headaches, hunger, sweating, and irritability. They can also cause nausea, dizziness, or a fast heartbeat. Always keep sugary foods such as hard candy, raisins, crackers, or non-diet soft drinks on hand to treat low blood sugar.If you are suffering from severe hypoglycemia and can't eat or drink anything, your doctor may prescribe an emergency glucagon injection kit. Make sure that your family members and friends are familiar with how to administer this emergency injection.Watch for signs of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), such as increased thirst and urination.Stress, illness, surgery, or alcohol consumption can all affect blood sugar levels. Before changing your insulin dosage or schedule, consult your doctor.Insulin is just one part of the treatment plan that could also include a diet, exercise, and weight management, as well as blood sugar testing and other medical attention. You should follow your doctor's advice.
Humulin 70/30 should be kept in the original container, away from heat and sunlight. You should not transfer insulin from the vial to a syringe before you are ready for an injection. Store insulin away from the cooling element of a fridge. Do not use any frozen insulin.Humulin 70/30: Storing the unopened (not used) product:
- Refrigerate and use by the expiration date.
- Use the pen or vial within 10 days. Store the vial at room temperature.
Storing Humulin 70/30 opened (in use)
- Use the vial within 31 days. Store in a fridge or at room temperature.
- Use the pen within 10 days. Store at room temperature. Store the pen without the needle.
Humulin 70/30 will appear cloudy when mixed. If the mixture is clear or contains particles, do not use it. For new medicines, call your pharmacist.You should read all the information provided, including medication guides and instructions. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.In case of an emergency, wear a medical alert tag for diabetes. You should tell any medical provider that treats you about your diabetes.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Humulin 70/30 can be taken with food, so you might not have a dosing regimen. You should eat within 45 minutes of using this insulin. Don't use extra medication to make up for a missed dosage.Always keep insulin handy. Refill your prescription before you run completely out.
What happens if I overdose?
Call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. An insulin overdose can lead to life-threatening hypoglycemia. The symptoms include confusion, drowsiness or blurred vision, numbness in the mouth or tongue, difficulty speaking, muscle weakness, or jerky movements.
What should be avoided?
Insulin can cause low sugar levels. Do not drive or operate machinery until you have determined how the medication will affect you.Check the label of your medication before you inject it to avoid any mistakes.Avoid alcohol. Alcohol can cause low sugar levels and interfere with diabetes treatment.
Interaction with other drug
Other medicines can also affect your blood glucose, and some can increase or decrease insulin's effects. You may also experience fewer hypoglycemia symptoms if you take certain drugs, making it more difficult to detect low blood sugar. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you are taking and those you plan to take. Include prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, and vitamin products.
