Insulin Injection Side Effects- 288 Questions Answered

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.

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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?

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Dr. Bharath Muthuthangam T General Physician | Madurai

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Hi, today morning I gave insulin injection(which had tiny bubbles I tapped it for 1 min) to my mother arm but after injecting a small amount of blood came out and color changed to green for 5 min IS IT A CONCERN please tell me

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Dr. R.Ravindranath Diabetologist | Chennai

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occasional of blood oozing of blood is common after injection ... 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 189 Views v

Dr. Giridhar Kuknoor Diabetologist | Bangalore

Vial contains 100 IU in 1ml , you have to purchase insulin syringe according to vail , ie 100 units/ ml, on syringe there are demarcations of units, in that draw 12 units and take subcutaneous. It is ... Read More

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?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 2098 Views v

Dr. Raja Selvarajan General Physician | Bangalore

certainly Newer insulin delivery devices are much better its comfortable easy to use , can be carried easily, dosing is very accurate and its provided with child lock and mechanisms for visually ch ... Read More

I have accidently accidently pricked on my mother's insulin injection, blood came, what to dio further

Asked for Female, 30 Years 540 Views v

Dr. Kshitij Paliwal General Practitioner | Rajsamand

If you have injected insuilin in your body go to a hospital nearby and get glucose drips along with monitoring of blood glucose, if insuilin did not enter your body not then no need to worry even if b ... 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 77 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly 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 129 Views v

Dr. Raghav Bhargava Endocrinologist | Delhi

Yes it’s safe. You have very poorly controlled diabetes. ... Read More

Hi I'm 28 weeks pregnant now and my insulin timings are everyday before eating dinner Doc suggested 2 units of insulin Is this 2 units reduce my sugar levels if yes how many days it will take to reduce because I'm taking it from Tuesday night today if I check pbs is 104 pre lunch 96 should take pre dinner and before bed also Is it working for me ?

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 529 Views v

vibha sharma Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Chandigarh

2units is very less dose, insulin dosage can take some days to be adjusted according to your blood sugar fluctuations. ... Read More

Hi i am recently diagnosed Diabetic on 12.08.2023 while having kidney stone surgery. After three months passed my hba1c level is 6% now. Doing physical activities daily. Can i withdrawal my insulin injection and switch to tablets or shall i continue my insulin. On 8.2023 my hba1c is 9.6% now my hba1c is 6%

Asked for Male, 32 Years 33 Views v

Dr. Chaithra H General Physician | Bangalore

Its good that your HbA1c is under control. Kindly consult now as we can discuss and treat with you appropriate medications. ... Read More

Hello, Recently diagnosed with insulin resistant. My endocrinologist suggested to start wegovy or mounjaro once a week . I am confused to take which one as these injections have very bad side effects , as I have have thyroid and arthritis. Please guide me which brand will be better for me for long period of time with my medical condition. Thank you

Asked for Female, 36 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta General Physician | Greater Noida

How mush is sugar level and weight . These medicines to be taken on high values ... Read More

I take 20 units of Human MIXTARD 30/70 insulin in the morning and 20 units in the evening. HM 30/70 is not available in medical stores and a Medical Doctor mentioned that the company is stopping production altogether. My query is : Can I take Huminsulin 30/70 instead of HM 30/70? Will the dosage remain remain the same? Thank you.

Asked for Female, 59 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Zohaib Adnan Endocrinologist | Kolkata

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Yes, Huminsulin 30/70 can be used in place of Mixtard 30/70. Both have the same 30% regular insulin + 70% NPH combination. In most patients, the dose remains the same, but check fasting and post-meal ... Read More

I want to ask if official insulin diluent for regular insulin like huminsulin r and actrapid are available in india from the manufacturer. Im asking for small children with type 1 diabetes that needs micro doses of insulin. And pump therapy is too costly.

Asked for Male, 25 Years 25 Views v

Dr. Pankaj Kumar General Physician | Delhi

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At present, manufacturers such as Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk do not market official insulin diluents for human insulin vials or cartridges in India. These diluents are available in select countries fo ... Read More

Hi doctor, is it possible to see a side effect of an injection after 2weeks. I have done vitamin b12 and vitamin d shot After 2 weeks I started seeing a bump like rash which got bigger on both arm ( shoulder)

Asked for Female, 29 Years 585 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, i have to take insulin along with the medicine however due to some reason I need to travel for some time .I need to know do I need to refrigerate insulin pen as it is not possible does it reduces the effectiveness of insulin please respond.

Asked for Female, 40 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar Gupta General Physician | Greater Noida

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You can buy insulin cooling bag available online to keep insulin at desired temp while travelling or keep in ice in handbag in perfect condition. Do not expose to sunlight ... Read More

Which is best insulin h.mixtard or ryzodeg. Please tell the difference between both the insulin. Which one will work for longer period

Asked for Female, 26 Years 209 Views v

Dr. Phani Kumar RLV Diabetologist | Vijayawada

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Ryzodeg ... Read More

Does TT injection given during pregnancy has mild side effects like diarrhea, because i have got stomach trouble like ibs diarrhea past 8 years,and after the injection i faced broken semi solid stools.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 65 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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I took painkiller for my kidney stone which cause side effect as body rash the I went to hospital they gave me hydrocortisone injection 100mg to reduce allergy but it's again started side effect my heart rate increase and dizziness and feeling like I am full on anaesthesia it all started from 02/11/2024 now what should I do I am still having dizzin

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Asked for Male, 28 Years 171 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

My diabetes was 214 after food in July Now it is 187 after food in September. I am taking insulin 36. Should I reduce insulin

Asked for Female, 59 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Nimmi Mulwani General Physician | Ahmedabad

No you should continue the dose. ... Read More

I got scratched by teeths of a mouse yesterday. There was no bleeding. No cut. No wound. Still doctor advised rabipur injection. So I Took rabipur injection first dose, now not able to sleep. When I try to sleep some random thoughts come in my mind and I can't sleep and after that my head pains. Urine has also become yellow. Why is it happening. Wh

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Asked for Male, 24 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Kapil Sharma General Physician | Chandigarh

Whatsapp for consult 93067two9785 ... Read More

Took rabipur injection first dose, now not able to sleep. When I try to sleep some random thoughts come in my mind and I can't sleep and after that my head pains. Why is it happening. What to do. Pls help me

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Dr. J Ravikiran General Medicine | Hyderabad

Connect please ... Read More

Which type of side effects height growth injections has What problems will my body have after taking height growth injection

Asked for Female, 17 Years 101 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

I am 9.2 weeks pregnant. My dr. Has advised me to take zeroklot injection daily for 3 weeks, i.e till 12 weeks of pregnancy.. since past 2 days I am taking this injection but after a while of taking injection I feel light headed & uneasy. My dr. Is out of town for a week & I can't reach him over phone. I really don't know what to do. Shou

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Asked for Female, 33 Years 101 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

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My mother has been taking Vitamin B12 injections every day for one week daily and now once every week. She is experiencing severe muscle cramps and heart pain.. How to reverse the side effects of Vitamin B12 injections.. ? She is not diabetic nor has cholesterol.. She is not allergic to any medication. Her hemoglobin level is 12.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 1556 Views v

Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella General Physician | Hyderabad

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Hydration helps ... Read More

Hi thanx in advance dr. My weight 105kg height 6feet. On aug 2023 i am diagnosed with diabetes due to kidney stone surgery. From that i am taking humanmix insulin mrng 15, night 10 afternoon trajenta 5mg. In aug my hba1c is 9.6 after last month i checked hba1c is 6%. Now i changed my insulin level. Now i am having 16 hrs fasting method. Is it ok to

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Asked for Male, 32 Years 60 Views v

Dr. Karthic Kumar K R Nephrologist/Renal Specialist | Coimbatore

Hi pa .. the hba1c seems erratic .. the change doesn't correlate properly . .. can u WhatsApp on 959798368zero .. or connect here .. I'll help u with issues .. also will fix proper dosing for u .. inn ... Read More

Does metformin help in decreasing insulin resistance? Also can it help with treating acanthosis nigricans?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 262 Views v

Dr. Surbhi Agrawal General Physician | Nagpur

Yes, certainly. ... Read More

What does a high insulin score means ? My fasting sugar is 86 but my doctor has said that i am diabetic due to my Insulin score.

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Dr. Himani Shah General Physician | Rajkot

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Yes it is Hyperinsulinemia state ... Read More

I have acanthosis Nigerians I took a blood test and the result are - FASTING BLOOD SUGAR(GLUCOSE) - 88.1mg/dL HbA1c - (HPLC) - 5.5 % INSULIN - FASTING -9.71 µU/mL HOMA INSULIN RESISTANCE Index Calculated - 2.11 QUANTITATIVE INSULIN SENSITIVITY INDEX CALCULATED - 0.34 Is my acanthosis Nigerians caused by insulin resistance?

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 147 Views v

Dr. Darshan General Physician | Surat

I don’t think on insulin resistance things ... Read More

If I take insulin shot in the nyt can I get fasting insulin level normal in the morning, insulin shot really has any effect on fasting plasma insulin test

Asked for Male, 29 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Jahid Husain General Surgeon | Chennai

How much insulin you are taking ? And how long ? ... Read More

Hello, iam 26yrs old and iam taking infertility treatment and seeing the fs scan they have given hcg injection it was 2 months now each month wen ever I take the injection immediately my burning sensation in the vaginal goes high and still I haven't recovered from burning sensation but as per doctor there is no infection in the vagina as such but a

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Asked for Female, 26 Years 754 Views v

Dr. S K Wadhwa Gynecologist | Lucknow

HCG may cause local allergy or a rash on the skin. In most rare cases it may even cause an anaphylactic reaction. But causing a burning sensation in the vagina is not a known side effect of HCG. Tha ... Read More

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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?

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Hi, today morning I gave insulin injection(which had tiny bubbles I tapped it for 1 min) to my mother arm but after injecting a small amount of blood came out and color changed to green for 5 min IS IT A CONCERN please tell me

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?

I have accidently accidently pricked on my mother's insulin injection, blood came, what to dio further

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 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.

I want to ask if official insulin diluent for regular insulin like huminsulin r and actrapid are available in india from the manufacturer. Im asking for small children with type 1 diabetes that needs micro doses of insulin. And pump therapy is too costly.

Hi doctor, is it possible to see a side effect of an injection after 2weeks. I have done vitamin b12 and vitamin d shot After 2 weeks I started seeing a bump like rash which got bigger on both arm ( shoulder)

Hi, i have to take insulin along with the medicine however due to some reason I need to travel for some time .I need to know do I need to refrigerate insulin pen as it is not possible does it reduces the effectiveness of insulin please respond.

Which is best insulin h.mixtard or ryzodeg. Please tell the difference between both the insulin. Which one will work for longer period

Does TT injection given during pregnancy has mild side effects like diarrhea, because i have got stomach trouble like ibs diarrhea past 8 years,and after the injection i faced broken semi solid stools.

My diabetes was 214 after food in July Now it is 187 after food in September. I am taking insulin 36. Should I reduce insulin

Took rabipur injection first dose, now not able to sleep. When I try to sleep some random thoughts come in my mind and I can't sleep and after that my head pains. Why is it happening. What to do. Pls help me

Which type of side effects height growth injections has What problems will my body have after taking height growth injection

Does metformin help in decreasing insulin resistance? Also can it help with treating acanthosis nigricans?

What does a high insulin score means ? My fasting sugar is 86 but my doctor has said that i am diabetic due to my Insulin score.

If I take insulin shot in the nyt can I get fasting insulin level normal in the morning, insulin shot really has any effect on fasting plasma insulin test

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