Does Novorapid Flexpen need to be refrigerated?

All insulin formulations should be kept in a refrigerator between 2° and 8°C . Insulin can also be kept at room temperature below 25°C or 30°C. An insulin vial should be discarded after three months if stored between 2° and 8°C or 4 weeks if kept at room temperature.

Where should Novorapid Flexpen be administered?

Novorapid Flexpen should be administered subcutaneously in thighs, stomach, upper arms, or buttocks .

When is the best time to inject Novorapid Flexpen?

Novorapid Flexpen should be given 5 to 10 minutes before a meal , and it can be injected 1 to 4 times per day as directed by a doctor.

What happens if Novorapid Flexpen is taken more than the recommended dose?

An Novorapid Flexpen overdose causes hypoglycemia , which is treated by administering glucose, dextrose, or oral carbohydrates to raise blood glucose levels.

What are the contraindications of Novorapid Flexpen?

Novorapid Flexpen is not recommended for patients who have hypersensitivity to the drug . It is also not recommended during episodes of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) .

Drug Price - Novorapid Flexpen 100iu - 10 ml Injection (Insulin Aspart)

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Novorapid Flexpen (Insulin Aspart) Drug Price and Information

Information Checked by - Dr. M. Sree Mohana Preetha, Pharm D

Further Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Pharm D

Last Updated on August 08, 2019

Insulin Aspart (Novorapid Flexpen) is a fast-acting form of the hormone insulin, prescribed for diabetes mellitus. It is used with other medium- or long-acting insulin products injected just below the skin to control high blood sugar. It helps sugar (glucose) get into the cells.

The information provided on this page is intended to serve as a comprehensive resource and should not be a substitute to professional medical advice. If you have concerns it is always best to speak with a healthcare professional.

Novorapid Flexpen - Novo Nordisk Pharma India Ltd.

Novorapid Flexpen Injection

Generic : Insulin Aspart

₹ 450

100iu

10 ml

Price Updated on August 08, 2019

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Substitute/Alternative Medication to Novorapid Flexpen

FlexPen | Novomix 30 Flexpen 100IU/ml | Novomix-30 Penfill | Novorapid Flexpen Vial | Novorapid Penfill (100 iu)

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When is Novorapid Flexpen prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

⇨ Type 2 Diabetes

⇨ Diabetes

⇨ Diabetes and Hypertension

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Last Updated on August 08, 2019