Insulin Injection Pens- 153 Questions Answered

I am type 1 insulin dependent diabetic taking injections every day for last 10 years. Recently i read about insulin pens which look less intimidating. How are they different from injections and are they better or worse?

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Dr. Nikhil Prabhu Diabetologist | Mumbai

They easy to operate. Convenient for travelling. But they are little expensive compared to vial and syring. For example. Human mixtard 30/70 vial 400units costs 150 INR and red 40u syring costs 7 INR. ... Read More

My father has been prescribed insulin...we have got the insulin pen...I have a question...that do we need to dispose off the needle after every single use...or can we use the same needle on him every time...and please tell some other important tips while using this insulin pen

Asked for Male, 20 Years 118 Views v

Dr. Suja P Sukumar Endocrinologist | Ernakulam

Ideally one needle should be used only once and disposed after use. But in practical purposes you can use it for 3-4 pricks. But with each injection, the tip of the needle becomes blunt and it be caus ... Read More

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Can lantus cartridges be used with All star insulin pen... doctor prescribed solostar pen... Since it is single use can we use reusable all star pen instead

Asked for Female, 56 Years 779 Views v

Dr. Abhyudaya Verma Endocrinologist | Indore

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Hi. Yes it can be used. ... Read More

My mother having diabetes blood pressure and he is on insulin... I need novomix 30 pen and injections

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Dr. Jawad Ahmed Diabetologist | Hyderabad

You probably need to get in touch with the nearest medical hall. ... Read More

I want to shift from insulin pen to insulin vial,which will be effective for diabetes control but which will be less expensive

Asked for Male, 0 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Peerzada Ovais Ahmad General Physician | Srinagar

You can buy insulin vial of HUMINSULIN 30/70 Instead of NOVOMIX 30 . But NOVOMIX is analogue insulin whereas HUMINSULIN is conventional Insulin . ... Read More

Hi mada/ sir my daughter have Type 1 diebetes and I m keeping insulin pen in refrigerator but when we are going for out of station how can i carry insulin in train while travelling is it ok to carry insulin pen without ice box in train or as u suggest me

Asked for Female, 8 Years 137 Views v

Dr. Amarpreet Singh Riar General Practitioner | Delhi

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For 24 hours it's not a problem. u can safely take it. But it's always recommended to keep it refrigerated. U can use small chiller boxes, easily available in the market for the same . Other wise , as ... Read More

Does anyone know if Lantus Cartridges fit into Novo Pen 4? I've been using Lantus SoloStar but want to make a switch to a refillable pen.

Asked for Male, 21 Years 20 Views v

Dr. Sudeep Putta Manohar Endocrinologist | Bangalore

No it does not. You need a all star pen ... Read More

Our doctor prescribed H. Mixtard 30/70 injection 14 units in morning and 10 units in night, if we want to move to pen type what medicine we should buy and how much unit to use

Asked for Female, 62 Years 63 Views v

Dr. R.Ravindranath Diabetologist | Chennai

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Same dose same medications ... Read More

Hi, my mother was administered with steroids because of which she started showing high sugar levels. she was put on insulin injections. now the steroid dose is reduced and for past 2 days, she is showing normal sugar levels. can i altogether discontinue insulin injection or it need to be done gradually. kindly help.

Asked for Female, 56 Years 101 Views v

Dr. Rakesh Parikh General Physician | Jaipur

It needs to be tampered down gradually based on sugar readings ... Read More

My dad sugar level before food is 156 and after is 335. He is taking tablets for 17+ years. Now doctor suggests him to take insulin injection instead of tablets. Is that ok and safe?

Asked for Female, 26 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Giridhar Kuknoor Diabetologist | Bangalore

Yes, he requires insulin according to his other comorbidities , You can consult me on Practo phone with all details. ... Read More

What does plain insulin ? I mean which type of insulin is plain insulin ? ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

Asked for Female, 19 Years 24 Views v

Dr. Jatin Agrawal Gastroenterologist | Delhi

It's is generally regular insulin ... Read More

Doctor suggested me for taking insulin 2unit before every meal because of gestational diabetes...I am little bit confused...can I take insulin in an empty stomach or eat some fruits . Then take insulin?

Asked for Female, 0 Years 41 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

Connect please ... Read More

During gestational diabetes , can I take insulin at morning after eating apple or in an empty stomach ???

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Dr. Ummul Hasanat Tasneem Gynecologist | Hyderabad

Kindly consult for further assistance ... Read More

When i m talking to my gf or watching romantic movie or siting with gf some fluid come out from my penic. Plz suggest me.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Ajay Pal Singh Ayurveda | Delhi

Its called dhaat or precum.. Take herbal supplements.. To get rid of this problem permanently without any side effects.. To be sexually fit completely ... Read More

Iam non diabetic with glucose 92 after fasting . still during course of ivf insulin injection are suggested( after transfer) . they have criteria like after 32 age they are given to the all female. any side effects ? does it allow normal person to go into coma?

Asked for Female, 33 Years 102 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

Connect please ... Read More

Please give advice...who is best insulin for long time cover in one day 1-human insulin mixture iu 40 2- human insulin R ..( regular) What's is defference between

Asked for Male, 27 Years 42 Views v

Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

All types of Insulin are being used for the patients. All have different indications. They are not interchangeable. ... Read More

I'm giving my mother insulin injections and there has been some bruising on the injection site since a few days. Should I be concerned? The images are attached

Asked for Male, 17 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Is that same in all injection sites... for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Fiasp Insulin pen fill cartridges (unopened) were kept in the freezer mistakenly and frozen solid. Can we bring the insulin cartridges to room temperature and use?

Asked for Female, 69 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Peerzada Ovais Ahmad General Physician | Srinagar

It’s damaged discard it and buy a new one ... Read More

My mistakely i put pen on my mouth.should i be worried... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...i will never do it again

Asked for Male, 21 Years 44 Views v

Dr. Vardhan Garg General Physician | Delhi

Just wash your mouth ... Read More

Hi, my mother is taking insulin injection on her abdomen on left or right right of the navel keeping 4 finger gap. Now she has a little pain due to injecting on same place for long and want to know if she can inject anywhere else on abdomen except left or right side of navel? Can she inject anywhere on the circle around navel keeping some gap? Ple

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Asked for Female, 32 Years 100 Views v

Dr. Animesh Gupta Diabetologist | Patna

She can take on outer side of upper thigh also. She can take around the navel ... Read More

I have diabetes. Doctor gave me insulin glargine injection. And advised to take 12 units. I bought it from pharmacy, it is in packing of 3 ml. I am unable to understand how much quantity I have to take, is 1 unit equal to 1 ml or I have to take complete 3 ml at one time. I am attaching prescription and injection images.

Asked for Female, 70 Years 106 Views v

Dr. Peerzada Ovais Ahmad General Physician | Srinagar

This is a 100 IU vial . 1 ml has 100 units so it will have total 300 units . You have to buy a 100 unit insulin syringe for this vial . It will have orange colour top . You have to draw 12 units in ... Read More

I am experiencing a white layer on my pens on the top and on the pens' neck portion. It not really etch but I always get the etching sensations. A light etch feels good there. I am married and not having a frequent intercourse. Can any of the Doctor suggests me what should I do?

Asked for Male, 27 Years 30 Views v

Dr. Satyan Nanal Sexologist | Pune

Share pics on private chat online for better understanding of your problem and advice treatment chat now clarify your douts take proper consult ... Read More

I am a dibeatic and hypertension. Though my diabetes are in control but during morning time when I woke up I feel lots of pain and not able to move properly. The doctor has asked me to take insulin daily. Is it safe to take insulin daily. Does it give relief from pain and what are it's side effects.

Asked for Male, 41 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Bhavya Hari General Physician | Salem

Insulin is a very safe drug if used with caution . If your sugar levels come down, neuropathic pain will gradually reduce ... Read More

Dear sir, My name is raj,pens front pimpuls, how can you completely clear this problem,how many medicine use complete clear solutions,please provide prescription medicine list,

Asked for Male, 28 Years 20 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Its itching.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

When I stay in AC under Fan my I feel pen in throat since 15 days and from yesterday my eye side also pen me. What is the problem?

Asked for Male, 57 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Faiz Rahman General Physician | Kolkata

Pls book a consultation with me for a detailed evaluation and an appropriate treatment. ... Read More

My doctor has prescribed me Pteriperatide injection because of my delayed fracture union 20mgm daily .Where can I get this in Delhi at a good price ?I am unable to find this ,please help with any leads.

Asked for Male, 22 Years 20 Views v

Dr. Nishit Palo Joint Replacement Surgeon | Noida

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Teriperatide at 22, that too for a delayed/no union is absolutely not required. In trauma settings. In India they are less often used due to cost and compliance issue. Dealing with the cause of unio ... Read More

Can zoryl M2 be taken be taken with Insulin. My father takes Insulin with insulin pen (10 point) He also takes Dynaglipt.

Asked for Male, 68 Years 455 Views v

Dr. Rohini Gajare Diabetologist | Mumbai

Yes anti diabetic medicine can be taken with insulin... But considering the age of patient be careful with high dosages as it can lead to hypoglycemia if not taken meals on time.... ... Read More

My father takes 35units insulin twice everyday before breakfast and dinner. And he is taking insulin for 10 years. Is it good to use insulin for such long duration? Can we switch to pills? I have attached recent sugar test report. Kindly advice.

Asked for Male, 32 Years 174 Views v

Dr. Somnath Consultant Physician | Hyderabad

No harm in continuing insulin as long as ur blood sugar is controlled. ... Read More

I am suffering from mild pcos and my insulin fast is 5.71uu/ml and insulin pp is 53.22 uu/ml Is it normal..?? How to regulate my insulin

Asked for Female, 24 Years 118 Views v

Dr. Raghav Bhargava General Physician | Delhi

Needs assessment. Not entirely sure who asked you to get insulin levels. Treatment depends on symptoms. I am sure you got other blood tests as well. ... Read More

Hello, I am 30 unmarried, my penic is very small less than 1.6 inches in normal. I want to enlargement please help.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 171 Views v

Dr. Pahun Tiwari Ayurveda | Jaipur

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excessive masturbation in past may leads to the damage of nerves supplying penis..which in future leads to weak erection or erectile dysfunction,shrinkage of penis, low sexual stamina etc....Don't wor ... Read More

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I am type 1 insulin dependent diabetic taking injections every day for last 10 years. Recently i read about insulin pens which look less intimidating. How are they different from injections and are they better or worse?

My father has been prescribed insulin...we have got the insulin pen...I have a question...that do we need to dispose off the needle after every single use...or can we use the same needle on him every time...and please tell some other important tips while using this insulin pen

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Can lantus cartridges be used with All star insulin pen... doctor prescribed solostar pen... Since it is single use can we use reusable all star pen instead

My mother having diabetes blood pressure and he is on insulin... I need novomix 30 pen and injections

I want to shift from insulin pen to insulin vial,which will be effective for diabetes control but which will be less expensive

Hi mada/ sir my daughter have Type 1 diebetes and I m keeping insulin pen in refrigerator but when we are going for out of station how can i carry insulin in train while travelling is it ok to carry insulin pen without ice box in train or as u suggest me

Does anyone know if Lantus Cartridges fit into Novo Pen 4? I've been using Lantus SoloStar but want to make a switch to a refillable pen.

Our doctor prescribed H. Mixtard 30/70 injection 14 units in morning and 10 units in night, if we want to move to pen type what medicine we should buy and how much unit to use

My dad sugar level before food is 156 and after is 335. He is taking tablets for 17+ years. Now doctor suggests him to take insulin injection instead of tablets. Is that ok and safe?

What does plain insulin ? I mean which type of insulin is plain insulin ? ... ... ... ... ... ... ...

Doctor suggested me for taking insulin 2unit before every meal because of gestational diabetes...I am little bit confused...can I take insulin in an empty stomach or eat some fruits . Then take insulin?

During gestational diabetes , can I take insulin at morning after eating apple or in an empty stomach ???

When i m talking to my gf or watching romantic movie or siting with gf some fluid come out from my penic. Plz suggest me.

Iam non diabetic with glucose 92 after fasting . still during course of ivf insulin injection are suggested( after transfer) . they have criteria like after 32 age they are given to the all female. any side effects ? does it allow normal person to go into coma?

Please give advice...who is best insulin for long time cover in one day 1-human insulin mixture iu 40 2- human insulin R ..( regular) What's is defference between

I'm giving my mother insulin injections and there has been some bruising on the injection site since a few days. Should I be concerned? The images are attached

Fiasp Insulin pen fill cartridges (unopened) were kept in the freezer mistakenly and frozen solid. Can we bring the insulin cartridges to room temperature and use?

My mistakely i put pen on my mouth.should i be worried... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ...i will never do it again

I am experiencing a white layer on my pens on the top and on the pens' neck portion. It not really etch but I always get the etching sensations. A light etch feels good there. I am married and not having a frequent intercourse. Can any of the Doctor suggests me what should I do?

I am a dibeatic and hypertension. Though my diabetes are in control but during morning time when I woke up I feel lots of pain and not able to move properly. The doctor has asked me to take insulin daily. Is it safe to take insulin daily. Does it give relief from pain and what are it's side effects.

Dear sir, My name is raj,pens front pimpuls, how can you completely clear this problem,how many medicine use complete clear solutions,please provide prescription medicine list,

When I stay in AC under Fan my I feel pen in throat since 15 days and from yesterday my eye side also pen me. What is the problem?

My doctor has prescribed me Pteriperatide injection because of my delayed fracture union 20mgm daily .Where can I get this in Delhi at a good price ?I am unable to find this ,please help with any leads.

Can zoryl M2 be taken be taken with Insulin. My father takes Insulin with insulin pen (10 point) He also takes Dynaglipt.

My father takes 35units insulin twice everyday before breakfast and dinner. And he is taking insulin for 10 years. Is it good to use insulin for such long duration? Can we switch to pills? I have attached recent sugar test report. Kindly advice.

I am suffering from mild pcos and my insulin fast is 5.71uu/ml and insulin pp is 53.22 uu/ml Is it normal..?? How to regulate my insulin

Hello, I am 30 unmarried, my penic is very small less than 1.6 inches in normal. I want to enlargement please help.

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