Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Insulin Degludec (2.56mg/1ml) + Insulin Aspart (1.05mg/1ml)
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI DIABETIC
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	324

FAQ

What if you forget to take Ryzodeg Solution for Injection?

If you miss a dose of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill Reviews

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is a combination of two medicines, a long-acting and a rapid-acting type of insulin used to treat types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus in both adults and children. It provides a steady level of insulin in the body for an entire day and helps control blood sugar levels.

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill can be prescribed by itself or along with other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. You should use this medicine regularly as per the dose advised to get the most benefit. It is usually taken once daily at the same time every day. However, on occasions when administration at the same time of the day is not possible, it may be taken at a different time of the day. Always ensure that there is a minimum gap of 8 hours between doses.

If you stop taking it your blood sugar levels may rise very high and put you at risk of serious complications. It is only part of a treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it is important to always inject the correct dose of medicine only, have regular meals, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Drinking excessive alcohol can also lead to a fall in your blood sugar levels. Other side effects include allergy at the injection site like redness, swelling, or hard lumps (lipohypertrophy. Some people gain weight while taking insulin. You may also notice a rash, edema (swelling), or itching while taking this medicine.

Do not use this medicine when you have low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney, liver or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using it.

How Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill Works

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is a combination of two insulin preparations:.

How to Use Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill

Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.

Benefits of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill

In Diabetes: Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill contains Insulin degludec, that has a prolonged duration of action as well as insulin aspart, that has a fast onset of action. Together, they ensure rapid and consistent sugar control that helps control blood sugar levels for an entire day. It is given as an injection and your doctor or nurse will train you on the correct way to inject it. Managing blood glucose levels is an essential part of managing diabetes. If you can control the level you will reduce the risk of getting any of the serious complications of diabetes such as kidney damage, eye damage, nerve problems, and loss of limbs. Taking this medicine regularly along with proper diet and exercise will help you live a normal, healthy life.

Uses of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill

Diabetes

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is recommended.However, frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill is recommended.However, frequent and regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.

Driving ^CAUTION

Your ability to drive may be affected if your blood sugar is too low or too high. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ryzodeg 100IU/ml Penfill.

Quick Tips

Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption as compared to other injection sites such as skin of the upper arms, thighs, or buttocks. After injection, the site of injection should not be massaged.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) may occur when taken along with other antidiabetic medicines, alcohol or on delaying/skipping a meal. Carry a sugar source with you for immediate relief.
Take it 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
Change to another type or brand of insulin should be done under strict medical supervision as it may require a change in dosage.
Opened vials / cartridge are good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).
Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
Do not share your insulin device with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection or get a serious infection from them.