NovoMix 30 FlexPen 100 U/mL Suspension for Injection in Pre-Filled Pen

Who is this for?

This is a mixture of two types of insulin (a fast-acting and a longer-acting one) that work together to control blood sugar levels throughout the day — the fast-acting part works quickly after meals while the longer-acting part keeps working between meals.

Binds to insulin receptors on muscle, adipose, and hepatic cells, promoting glucose uptake and glycogen synthesis while inhibiting hepatic glucose production and lipolysis. Insulin aspart provides rapid-acting glycemic control, while the protamine component extends duration of action through delayed absorption.

Is Insulin safe to take with another drug?

This medicine is injected under the skin (not into a vein) using the NovoMix 30 FlexPen. It is usually injected once or twice daily, right before meals or immediately after eating. Your doctor will tell you exactly how many units to inject based on your blood sugar readings. Always roll the pen gently between your palms to mix it before injecting — it should look evenly milky white.

If you miss a dose, check your blood sugar level and take the dose as soon as you can with your next meal. Do not inject double the amount to make up for a missed dose — this can cause dangerously low blood sugar. If you are unsure, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

• Low blood sugar (feeling shaky
• sweaty
• dizzy
• confused
• or very hungry)
• weight gain
• swelling or redness at the injection site
• and mild skin changes around the area where you inject frequently

Some medicines like blood pressure tablets (beta-blockers such as atenolol) can hide the warning signs of low blood sugar, making it harder to know when your sugar drops. Drinking alcohol can cause your blood sugar to drop dangerously low or rise unpredictably — avoid or limit alcohol. Steroids like prednisolone and some malaria medicines can raise blood sugar and may require your insulin dose to be adjusted.

Store unopened pens in the refrigerator (2–8°C) — do not freeze them. Once you start using a pen, keep it at room temperature (below 30°C) for up to 4 weeks — do not put it back in the fridge. Protect from direct sunlight and extreme heat, which is very important in Nigerian weather. Keep the cap on the pen when not in use and always keep out of reach of children.