What type of insulin is NovoPen 4?

NovoPen 4 is an insulin pen that can deliver insulin doses from 1 to 60 units, in increments of 1 unit. NovoPen 4 is designed to be used with PenFill 3 mL insulin cartridges and NovoFine disposable needles.

Is NovoPen 4 discontinued?

The manufacturer of NovoPen® 4 has written to healthcare professionals advised that this device is being phased out and replaced by NovoPen® 5. It is expected that supplies of the NovoPen® 4 will run out in September 2015.

When should you inject NovoRapid?

NovoRapid is usually given immediately before a meal, although it may be given after a meal if necessary. NovoRapid is normally used in combination with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin given at least once a day. The patient’s blood glucose (sugar) should be tested regularly to find the lowest effective dose.

What angle is insulin injected?

Inject the insulin with the needle at an angle of about 90 degrees. If you’re thin, you may need to pinch the skin and inject the insulin at a 45-degree angle (see picture 4). PICTURE 4. Thin people may find it easier to inject at an angle of 45 degrees.

Do you pinch skin for insulin pen?

Insulin shots should go into a fatty layer of your skin (called “subcutaneous” or “SC” tissue). Put the needle straight in at a 90-degree angle. You do not have to pinch up the skin unless you are using a longer needle (6.8 to 12.7 mm).

Where do you inject NovoRapid insulin?

The best places to give yourself an injection are: the front of your waist (abdomen), the upper arm or the front of your thighs. The insulin will work more quickly if injected into the front of your waist. You should always measure your blood sugar regularly.

Which pen is used for NovoRapid cartridges?

NovoRapid FlexTouch is a pre-filled pen (colour-coded) designed to be used with NovoFine or NovoTwist disposable needles up to a length of 8 mm.

Is NovoPen free?

NovoPen® 4 is also available free of charge through your local pharmacy.

How many units of NovoRapid is normal?

NovoRapid is normally used in combination with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin given at least once a day. The patient’s blood glucose (sugar) should be tested regularly to find the lowest effective dose. The usual dose is between 0.5 and 1.0 units per kilogram body weight per day.

How much does 1 unit of NovoRapid reduce blood sugar?

For most people 1 unit of Humalog/Novorapid brings their blood glucose down by 2-3. So usually you only need 2-3 units of Humalog/Novorapid to bring your blood glucose down. You should leave it for 2 hours to see if has worked.

Do you inject insulin at a 45 or 90-degree angle?

Insert the needle at the angle your medical professional told you to use. For most people, this will be a 90-degree angle, with the needle going directly into the skin. Some people, especially those who are thin, will be told to use a 45-degree angle.

Do you inject insulin at a 45-degree angle?

Should I rub injection site after insulin?

The needle should be all the way into your skin. Push the plunger of the syringe until all of the insulin is out of the syringe. Quickly pull the needle out. Do not rub the injection site.

Where is the best spot on your body to inject insulin?

The belly is the best place to inject insulin. This is because the belly area can absorb insulin most consistently. The front of the thighs. Insulin usually is absorbed more slowly from this site.

When is the best time to inject NovoRapid?

NovoRapid® is generally taken immediately before a meal. Eat a meal or snack within 10 minutes of the injection to avoid low blood sugar. When necessary, NovoRapid® can be given soon after a meal.