Novolin GE NPH Penfill Cartridges (100 Units/mL)

Novolin NPH Penfill Cartridges (GE) contains an insulin isophane, a human biosynthetic substance that closely resembles the insulin produced by the pancreas in our body.

The main difference between this insulin and natural insulin is that it has a longer duration of action. Insulin is a hormone usually produced by your pancreas, which is a large organ near your stomach. It is chiefly responsible for food metabolism, helping your body use and stores the sugar that your body creates by processing food. If you have diabetes, either your pancreas does not make sufficient insulin, or your body can not use the insulin that it does make properly. Because sugar can not be adequately stored or used up, it builds up in your bloodstream, causing high blood sugar levels.

It is produced using recombinant DNA methods using S. cerevisiae (baker’s yeast) and then unique purification processes.

Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE) is used with your reusable insulin pen to control high sugar levels in the treatment of diabetes. It is intermediate-acting insulin, administered subcutaneously (under the skin). It is commonly used together with fast-acting mealtime insulin to protect you against blood sugar spikes during and after eating. Novolin also delivers their NPH formula through insulin vials.

These cartridges work with your reusable insulin pen to deliver Novolin GE NPH insulin, which works similarly to the way naturally occurring human insulin does.

Novolin is prescribed by doctors for patients with diabetes mellitus to manage blood glucose levels to control high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It is an antidiabetic agent used as a diabetes treatment to reduce sugar levels in the blood and urine.

Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE) is an intermediate-acting insulin that is commonly combined with short-acting insulin. It begins taking effect within 30 minutes of injection and can last for approximately 24 hours. It is a cloudy suspension with protamine and zinc. NPH insulin should be prescribed to you after a thorough assessment by a healthcare professional.

The none-medicinal ingredients in the cartridge include glycerol, phenol, sodium hydroxide, disodium phosphate dihydrate, hydrochloric acid, protamine sulfate, zinc chloride, metacresol, and water for injections.

Warnings and Precautions

Do not take this medication if you have an allergy to any of its ingredients.

In case of emergency, always carry an extra penfill cartridge.

Patients should carry a glucose tablet, sugary snack, or beverage in case of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia are the most common side effects resulting in loss of consciousness, coma, or death.

It is recommended that patients with diabetes closely monitor glucose levels.

Any change in insulin dosage should be made under the direction of a doctor.

Novolin NPH Penfill (GE) insulin suspensions should not be used with infusion pumps or administered intravenously.

Do not use it if it is not uniformly white and cloudy after resuspension.

Do not use Novolin NPH Penfill cartridges (GE) if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, such as insulin isophane, metacresol, or other ingredients contained in Novolin NPH.

Do not use if you are experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The penfill cartridge is dropped, damaged, is leaking, or crushed.

Do not share Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE) with others as it may spread infection.

Do not refill a Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE).

Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE) cartridges are developed to be used only with Novo Nordisk Delivery Devices.

You must continually monitor blood sugar levels for rises or falls.

Do not change your insulin dosage unless instructed by your doctor.

Ensure you are ordering the right cartridges, as Novolin has different cartridges with different mixes including: 30/70, 40/60 and 50/50.

Usage

Novolin NPH Penfill Cartridges are taken by injection under the skin. Never inject into a muscle or vein.

Rotate injection sites to avoid lumps.

The best places to inject Novolin GE NPH are the abdomen (front of the waist), front of thighs, upper arms, or buttocks.

Insulin works quicker when injected into the waist area.

It’s important to rotate injection sites to avoid the formation of bumps or lumps.

Do not massage the area after injection.

Do not inject into vein or muscle.

Before using Novolin NPH Penfill Cartridges, ensure you check the label to ensure that it’s the correct type of insulin. Always check the Penfill cartridge, including the rubber stopper (plunger). Do not use if damaged or a gap between the white barcode label and the rubber stopper. If damaged, return to supplier.

You first use Novolin NPH PenFill Cartridges (GE) roll the cartridge between your palms ten times. It is also important that the cartridge is kept horizontal.

Move the cartridge up and down ten times so that the glass ball moves from one end of the cartridge to the other. Repeat the rolling and moving procedure until the liquid appears uniformly cloudy and white.

Mixing is more accessible when the insulin has reached room temperature. Complete the other stages of injection without delay.

Check there are at least 12 units of insulin left in the cartridge to allow even re-suspending. If there are less than 12 units left, use a new Penfill.