Manufacturer: Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition : Human insulin(200IU)
Consegna-R Injection is normally prescribed along with a long-acting type of insulin or other diabetes medicines. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it under the skin. It should be taken 20-30 minutes before a meal. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It is only a part of the treatment program that should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.
Human insulin is in a class of medications called hormones. Human insulin is used to take the place of insulin that is normally produced by the body. It works by helping move sugar from the blood into other body tissues where it is used for energy. It also stops the liver from producing more sugar
The pharmacokinetics of insulin comprise the absorption process, the distribution including binding to circulating insulin antibodies, if present, and to insulin receptors, and its ultimate degradation and excretion. The distribution and metabolism of absorbed insulin follow that of endogenous insulin
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Weight gain
Edema (swelling)
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Diarrhea, fever, infection, surgery, thyroid disease, trauma, vomiting. ...
Hepatic disease, renal failure, renal impairment. ...
Intramuscular administration, intravenous administration. ...
Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) administration. ...
Hypoglycemia. ...
Hypokalemia. ...
Cresol hypersensitivity.
Consegna-R Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Consegna-R Injection.
Consegna-R Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
For the treatment of type 1 diabetes mellitus or for type 2 diabetes mellitus inadequately managed by diet, exercise, and oral hypoglycemics. ...
For the treatment of gestational diabetes or for the treatment of patients with pre-existing diabetes mellitus (type 1 or type 2) who are now pregnant.
renal/liver disease.
hypokalemia.
hypoglycemia.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you forget to take Consegna-R Injection, your blood sugar may get too high (hyperglycemia). Take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Take it 20 to 30 minutes before a meal.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar level) is a common side-effect. Learn how to identify and manage its symptoms (sweating, rapid heartbeat, weakness, blurry vision, headache) and teach your family as well.
Injection below the skin of the abdomen results in faster absorption than other injection sites.
Injection sites must be rotated to prevent hard lumps from developing at one site.
Opened vials/cartridges are good at room temperature for up to 4 weeks, while unopened vials must be placed in the refrigerator (2°C–8°C).
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Will I need Consegna-R Injection for the rest of my life?
If you are a type 1 diabetes patient, then yes, you have to take Consegna-R Injection for the rest of your life because your body is unable to produce sufficient insulin. Therefore, you would need Consegna-R Injection as an external source of insulin. However, if you are a type 2 diabetes patient, sometimes your doctor may ask you to stop Consegna-R Injection if you are able to manage your diabetes with proper exercise, diet and oral medicines.
Q. Can Consegna-R Injection be used with other diabetes medicine?
Yes, Consegna-R Injection can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medicines like long-acting insulin or oral diabetes medicines, along with proper diet and exercise. Follow your doctor’s advice and treatment plan to get the maximum benefit.
Q. How should Consegna-R Injection be used?
Consegna-R Injection is injected under the skin (subcutaneously). Your doctor will show you the area of your skin where you should inject it. Try not to inject on the same spot every time. Rotate between the typical injection sites, such as abdomen, buttocks, upper legs or upper arms. Never inject Humalog into a muscle or vein. Move to a new injection site every week or two. Inject in the same area of the body, making sure to move around within that area with each injection, for one or two weeks. You can then move to another area of your body and repeat the process. Use the same area for at least a week to avoid extreme blood sugar variations.
Q. Is Consegna-R Injection safe to use in pregnancy?
Yes. Consegna-R Injection is safe to use in pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor. However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding before using Consegna-R Injection. You may require dose modifications and your doctor will advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. You must follow the instructions of your doctor to get maximum benefits.
