Novolin R is a short-acting, non-prescription insulin approved for controlling blood sugar after meals. This eMedTV resource features an overview of Novolin R, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.
Potential Novolin R side effects include skin reactions and low blood sugar levels. As this eMedTV page explains, any symptoms of low blood sugar (such as dizziness and confusion) are potentially serious and should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Novolin R is used for controlling blood sugar levels in adults and children with diabetes. This page from the eMedTV Web library takes an in-depth look at Novolin R uses, including how this type of insulin works and possible off-label uses.
As this eMedTV page explains, your Novolin R dosage will be based on several factors, such as how you respond to the insulin and the carbohydrate content of your meals. This page offers other Novolin R dosing tips, including how to take this insulin.
Medicines that may cause Novolin R drug interactions include MAOIs, fibrates, and sulfa drugs. This eMedTV article lists other medications that may interact with Novolin R and describes the potentially dangerous effects of these drug interactions.
Before using Novolin R, talk to your doctor about your medical history and any other drugs you are taking. This eMedTV page lists important Novolin R warnings and precautions to be aware of before using this insulin, including who should not use it.
A Novolin R (regular insulin) overdose can cause low blood sugar levels, which can be very dangerous. This eMedTV Web resource describes possible symptoms of low blood sugar levels and explains what steps can be taken to treat a Novolin R overdose.
Novolin R (regular insulin) is generally considered safe for treating diabetes in pregnant women. This eMedTV segment includes more information on Novolin R and pregnancy, and explores the risk of high or low blood sugar levels in pregnant women.
Novolin R (regular insulin) is generally considered safe for use in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page covers Novolin R and breastfeeding in more detail and explains why this insulin is unlikely to be dangerous even if it passes through breast milk.
Novolin R (regular insulin) is currently not available in generic form. This selection from the eMedTV Web library explores why generic Novolin R is not available and explains the difference between regular insulin and generic Novolin R.
