HUMAN ACTRAPID 40 INJ VIAL 10 ML
Novo Nordisk.
Product Information
Description
Human Actrapid 40 IU 10 mL is a short-acting (regular) human insulin used to manage type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus by regulating blood glucose levels.
Product Overview
Active Ingredient: Human Insulin (40 IU per mL).
Form: Sterile, aqueous, clear, and colorless solution for injection.
Packaging: 10 mL vial containing a total of 400 International Units of insulin.
Manufacturer: Primarily marketed by Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd.
Mechanism & Timing
Onset: Starts working within 30 minutes after subcutaneous injection.
Peak & Duration: Reaches peak effect within 1–3 hours and remains active for up to 8 hours.
Administration: Typically injected 20–30 minutes before a meal into the fat layer under the skin (abdomen, thigh, or upper arm).
Key Benefits & Use
Blood Sugar Control: Facilitates glucose uptake into muscle and fat cells while suppressing glucose production in the liver.
Complication Prevention: Helps reduce the risk of long-term diabetes issues such as kidney damage, vision loss, and nerve problems.