Innogen-R 100IU Injection

About Innogen-R 100IU Injection

Innogen-R 100IU Injection Uses

• Control of blood sugar spikes after meals in type 1 diabetes.
• Management of type 2 diabetes when tablets alone are not enough.
• Rapid reduction of dangerously high blood sugar in hospital settings.
• A treatment option for pregnancy related diabetes needing insulin.
• Combination use with a longer acting insulin for full day coverage.

Innogen-R 100IU Injection Benefits

• A fast onset, lowering blood sugar within about thirty minutes.
• Flexible dosing that can match meal size and timing.
• A locally manufactured, cost effective insulin option.
• Reliable mealtime coverage for long term diabetes management.

What Experts Say

Diabetes specialists view regular human insulin as a dependable mealtime option, particularly useful when cost is a major factor in long term treatment planning. Its action profile has been studied and used for decades across many health systems. Many public sector clinics continue to rely on it as a first line insulin choice.

Health economists studying diabetes care in lower resource settings often highlight locally manufactured human insulin as a way to keep treatment affordable without compromising blood sugar control compared to imported analog insulins. This affordability plays a major role in helping patients stay consistent with treatment.

Diabetes educators recommend injecting this insulin around thirty minutes before eating, since taking it too close to a meal can lead to higher blood sugar readings shortly afterward. Building this habit early tends to improve long term blood sugar stability.

Drug Class

• Short acting human insulin (Regular/Soluble)

Innogen-R 100IU Injection formula

• Soluble Insulin Human

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Innogen-R 100IU Injection?

• Inject under the skin of the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm about thirty minutes before a meal.
• Rotate the injection site with each dose to avoid skin thickening.
• Check blood sugar as advised to adjust the dose safely over time.
• Avoid mixing with other insulins unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
• Do not use the injection if the liquid looks cloudy or contains particles.

Drug Interactions

• Oral diabetes tablets: Combined use can increase the risk of low blood sugar.
• Beta blockers: These can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar.
• Steroids: Long term steroid use can raise blood sugar and change insulin needs.
• Alcohol: Drinking can cause unpredictable drops in blood sugar for hours afterward.

Risks and warnings

• Low blood sugar: Delaying or skipping a meal after injecting can cause hypoglycemia.
• Injection site rotation: Repeated use of the same site can reduce absorption over time.
• Illness or fasting: Fever, infection, or fasting during Ramadan may require a dose change under medical supervision.
• Alcohol use: Alcohol can hide the symptoms of low blood sugar and increase risk.
• Storage mistakes: Freezing or overheating the insulin reduces its effectiveness.

Innogen-R 100IU Injection Side Effects

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Redness or itching at the injection site
• Skin thickening with repeated injections at one spot
• Weight gain over time
• Swelling in hands or feet (rare)
• Allergic reaction such as rash or breathing difficulty (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store unopened vials in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C.
• Keep an in use vial at room temperature below 25°C and use within four to six weeks.
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources.
• Discard the vial immediately if it has been frozen.