BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

Composition of BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm) contains Sterile single-use insulin syringe with attached needle 31G x 6 mm, calibrated for U-40 insulin (40 IU/mL). It belongs to the Not applicable (medical device: insulin syringe with fixed needle) class of medicines.

Uses of BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

For subcutaneous administration of U-40 insulin in people with diabetes; accurate measurement and delivery of prescribed insulin doses

Key benefits

• Accurate U-40 insulin dose measurement
• Fine 31G needle for less painful injections
• 6 mm needle length supports proper subcutaneous delivery
• Sterile and single-use for safety
• Smooth plunger action for controlled injection

How BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm) works

This is a medical device used to draw up and inject insulin. The U-40 barrel markings help measure insulin units accurately for 40 IU/mL insulin. The 31G, 6 mm needle helps deliver insulin into subcutaneous tissue with minimal discomfort when used correctly.

How to take BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

For single-use only. Use only with U-40 insulin (40 IU/mL) as per doctor’s prescription. Clean vial top/skin, draw insulin to the prescribed unit mark, inject subcutaneously (abdomen/thigh/upper arm) and rotate sites; do not share. Dispose in a sharps container.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm) as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm) than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

Most side effects of BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm) are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Injection site pain
• redness
• swelling
• bruising
• bleeding
• lipodystrophy (with repeated injections at same site)
• infection (rare
• if improper hygiene)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

Warnings and precautions

Do not reuse or share syringes/needles. Use only for U-40 insulin—using with U-100 insulin can cause serious dosing errors. Maintain aseptic technique; avoid injecting into infected/irritated skin. Do not use if packaging is damaged, needle is bent, or sterility is compromised. Keep out of reach of children and dispose safely to prevent needle-stick injuries.

Interactions with other medicines

Not applicable (medical device). Dose-related errors can occur if used with incorrect insulin concentration (e.g., U-100 insulin) or mismatched calibration.

How to store BD Glide With TBL U-40 Insulin Syringe (31Gx6mm)

Store in a clean, dry place at room temperature, protected from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Keep in original packaging until use.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Becton Dickinson India Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Diabetes care device (Insulin delivery device)

Drug class:

Not applicable (medical device: insulin syringe with fixed needle)