Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Composition of Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge contains Human Insulin (30% soluble/regular + 70% isophane/NPH) 200 IU/mL (Premixed 30/70). It belongs to the Insulin (premixed human insulin: regular + NPH) class of medicines.

Uses of Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Treatment of diabetes mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2) to control blood glucose; used when a premixed insulin regimen is advised.

Key benefits

• Controls fasting and post-meal blood glucose
• Provides both basal and mealtime insulin coverage
• Helps reduce diabetes complications with good glycaemic control
• Convenient premixed regimen with fewer injections

How Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge works

This premixed insulin contains short-acting (regular) insulin for mealtime glucose control and intermediate-acting (NPH) insulin for basal control. It lowers blood glucose by increasing uptake of glucose into muscle and fat and reducing glucose production by the liver.

How to take Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

For subcutaneous use only via compatible insulin pen for cartridges, as prescribed. Usually injected 30 minutes before meals; timing and dose depend on blood glucose, diet and activity. Rotate injection sites (abdomen, thigh, upper arm); do not inject into a vein. Use only if the suspension is uniformly cloudy after gentle rolling; do not shake vigorously.

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 Wosulin 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 Wosulin 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 Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Most side effects of Wosulin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Hypoglycaemia
• injection site reactions (pain/redness/swelling)
• weight gain
• lipodystrophy at injection site
• itching/rash
• oedema

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 Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Warnings and precautions

Risk of severe hypoglycaemia—monitor sugars regularly and carry fast-acting glucose. Dose adjustments may be needed during illness, changes in diet/exercise, renal or hepatic impairment, and when switching insulin brands/strengths (200 IU/mL is a high-strength insulin—avoid dosing errors). Do not use during episodes of hypoglycaemia. Use with caution in patients with recurrent hypoglycaemia or impaired awareness. Not for IV use; cartridge is for pen use and should not be used in syringes. Seek urgent care for allergic reactions.

Interactions with other medicines

Other antidiabetics (increased hypoglycaemia), beta-blockers (mask hypoglycaemia symptoms), ACE inhibitors (may increase hypoglycaemia), corticosteroids/thyroid hormones/diuretics/sympathomimetics (may increase glucose), MAO inhibitors and salicylates (may increase hypoglycaemia), alcohol (can cause hypo/hyperglycaemia)

How to store Wosulin 200 IU 30/70 Cartridge

Unopened: store refrigerated at 2–8°C, do not freeze, protect from light. In-use cartridge/pen: keep at room temperature (as per label; commonly below 25–30°C), away from heat/light; do not refrigerate in-use if label advises. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

WOCHARDT PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antidiabetic

Drug class:

Insulin (premixed human insulin: regular + NPH)