Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection is used for Diabetes 1, Diabetes 2, Hyperglycemia and other conditions. Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection contains Biphasic Insulin Aspart as an Active ingredient.
Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection works by providing both prandial and basal insulin concentrations
Prescription: Yes
Warnings: Novomix 30 100IU/ml Flexpen 3 ml is for subcutaneous (under the skin) use only and should never be administered intravenously (IV) or in the veins. If you are changing the insulin brand or if you need to inject your insulin by another method, it should be done under strict medical supervision. Cases of heart failure have been reported when pioglitazone was used with insulin, especially in patients at high risk of cardiac heart failure. The first hyperglycemia symptoms (high blood sugar level) may include excessive thirst, dry mouth, increased frequency of urination, Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, flushed dry skin, loss of appetite, and acetone odour of the breath. You should closely monitor these symptoms. Symptoms like heart failure, weight gain and oedema (fluid deposition in tissue) should not be overruled. It is advisable not to consume alcohol as it may either increase or decrease your blood glucose level. Care should be taken while travelling across more than two time zones. Your doctor may adjust your insulin schedule. Novomix 30 100IU/ml Flexpen 3 ml may decrease the level of potassium, leading to a state of hypokalaemia that, if left untreated, may lead to respiratory paralysis, irregular heartbeat rhythm, coma, and even death. Do not take Novomix 30 100IU/ml Flexpen 3 ml if you have any low blood glucose levels, kidney, liver, or heart problems, or problems with alcohol or other prescription recreational drugs.
Medicine Interaction: Novomix 30 100IU/ml Flexpen 3 ml may have an interaction with bleeding disorder drugs (octreotide), antibiotics (isoniazid, ciprofloxacin, gatifloxacin), blood pressure-lowering pills (metoprolol), lipid-lowering pills (reSerpinane, niacin, clonidine, fenofibrate, guanethidine), pain killers (aspirin), antidiabetic (pramlintide, pioglitazone), anti-asthmatics (albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline).
Drug Schedule: Schedule H Prescription Drug
Side Effects: The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Local reactions
Fat hypertrophy at Injection site
Swelling of feet
Hypoglycemia
Peripheral neuropathy
Lipodystrophy
Diabetic retinopathy
Novomix 30 Flexpen Injection may also cause side-effects not listed here.
How to Store it: Store between 2°C to 8°C in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.
Over Dose: Store between 2°C to 8°C in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.
Precautions: Store between 2°C to 8°C in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.
Missed Dose: Store between 2°C to 8°C in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from light.
