Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml is a combination of two medicines, an intermediate-acting and a short-acting type of insulin. It is used in the treatment of diabetes mellitus (type 1 and 2) to improve blood sugar control both in adults and children. It helps maintain the blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml is normally prescribed along with other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Don’t stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. 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. Check your blood sugar levels regularly, keep track of your results and share them with your doctor. This is very important to work out the correct dose of the medicine for you. The most common side effect of this medicine is low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). To prevent this, it's 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 reactions at the injection site like redness or swelling. 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 glucose levels (hypoglycemia). Tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney, liver or heart problems before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor as the dose may need to be changed.

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Weight gain

If you have missed a dose of Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml, your blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia). Check your blood sugar and then take the next dose accordingly.

• Q. Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml??
  Ans: No, it is not safe to drink alcohol while using Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml. Drinking alcohol while using this medicine may lower your blood sugar levels and cause unexpected hypoglycemia.
• Q. Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml??
  Ans: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
• Q. Q. Which is the best area to inject Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml??
  Ans: Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml is to be injected under the skin (subcutaneously). The best areas to give Equisulin-M 30 100IU/ml are your stomach, upper thigh, upper arm or buttocks.
• Q. Q. What are the symptoms of high blood sugar??
  Ans: Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, stomach pain, fruity breath odor, dry mouth and a fast heartbeat.
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