Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml is a combination of two medicines, an intermediate-acting and a short-acting type of insulin. It is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus (type 1 and 2) to improve blood sugar control both in adults and children. It helps maintain the blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml is normally prescribed along with other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Don???t stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.It is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor. Check your blood sugar levels regularly, keep track of your results and share them with your doctor. This is very important to work out the correct dose of the medicine for you.The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it's important to always inject the correct dose of medicine only, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include reactions at the injection site like redness or swelling. Some people gain weight while taking insulin.  You may also notice a rash, edema (swelling), or itching while taking this medicine.Do not use this medicine when you have low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you???ve ever had kidney, liver or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor as the dose may need to be changed.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml.

- Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

- Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

- Driving : CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended for dose adjustment.

- Liver : CAUTION

Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you have missed a dose of Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml, your blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia). Check your blood sugar and then take the next dose accordingly.

vial of 1 Injection

Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: ANTI DIABETIC

Treatment of Diabetes

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8?C). Do not freeze.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml?::: No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml. Drinking alcohol while using this medicine may lower your blood sugar levels and cause unexpected hypoglycemia.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.| Q. Which is the best area to inject Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml?::: Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml is to be injected under the skin (subcutaneously). The best areas to give Equisulin-M 50 Injection 40IU/ml are your stomach, upper thigh, upper arm or buttocks.| Q. What are the symptoms of high blood sugar?::: Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, stomach pain, fruity breath odor, dry mouth and a fast heartbeat.

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Weight gain