DESCRIPTION
Each mL of the solution for injection contains insulin glulisine 100 units equivalent to 3.49 mg. Each pen contains 3 mL of solution, equivalent to 300 units.
It contains sodium <1 mmol (23 mg) per dose ie, essentially ‘sodium-free’.
Insulin glulisine is made by biotechnology.
It has rapid onset of action (within 10-20 min) and short duration of action (about 4 hrs).
USES
Apidra is an antidiabetic agent, used to reduce high blood sugar in adults, adolescents and children ≥6 years with diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a disease where the body does not produce enough insulin to control the level of blood sugar.
HOW TO USE THE APIDRA SOLOSTAR PEN?
Step 1 – Prepare for an Injection
Step 2 – Attach a New Needle
Step 3 – Perform a Safety Test
Step 4 – Select Your Dose
Step 5 – Inject Your Dose
Step 6 – Remove the Needle
STORAGE
- Not-in-Use Pens: Store in a refrigerator (2-8°C). Do not freeze. Do not put Apidra Solostar next to the freezer compartment or a freezer pack. Keep the pre-filled pen in the outer carton in order to protect from light.
- In-Use Pens: Pre-filled pens in use (or carried as a spare) may be stored for a maximum of 4 weeks below 25°C away from direct heat or light. The pen in use must not be stored in a refrigerator. Do not use it after this time period.
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