Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection

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Composition FOR Recosulin R 40IU Injection

Human insulin(40IU)

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No interaction found/established
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection.
CAUTION
Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Recosulin R 40IU Injection

Human insulin(40IU)

Recosulin r injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of diabetes.

How recosulin r injection works

Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection is a short-acting insulin, which starts working within 30 minutes after injection. It works similar to the insulin produced by the body. Insulin facilitates reuptake of sugar in muscle and fat cells and also suppresses the production of sugar in the liver.

Common side effects of recosulin r injection

Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)

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Expert advice FOR Recosulin R Injection

  • 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).

Frequently asked questions FOR Recosulin R 40IU Injection

Human insulin

Q. Will I need Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection for the rest of my life?
If you are a type 1 diabetes patient, then yes, you have to take Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection for the rest of your life because your body is unable to produce sufficient insulin. Therefore, you would need Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection as an external source of insulin. However, if you are a type 2 diabetes patient, sometimes your doctor may ask you to stop Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection if you are able to manage your diabetes with proper exercise, diet and oral medicines.
Q. Can Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection be used with other diabetes medicine?
Yes, Recosulin R 40IU/ml 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. Is Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection safe to use in type 2 diabetes?
Yes, insulin is safe to use in type 2 diabetes if used according to your doctor's advice. Keep monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly as advised. Your dosage may need to be adjusted as per your needs. Follow the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor. Talk to your doctor about the side effects and ways to prevent and manage them.
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Q. What are the side effects of Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection? How to prevent them?
The side effects of Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection are injection site reactions such as redness, itching, pain and swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Rarely, it can also cause lipodystrophy, which means abnormal changes in the fat tissues due to repeated insulin injections in the same area of the skin. It includes lipohypertrophy (thickening of adipose tissue) and lipoatrophy (thinning of adipose tissue), and may affect insulin absorption. Rotate insulin injection or infusion sites within the same region to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy.
Q. Does Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection need to be refrigerated?
Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection needs to be refrigerated before its first use. Unopened cartridges and unused pre-filled pens of Humalog must be stored in a refrigerator where the temperature is between 2°C to 8°C. Do not freeze and do not use Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection if it has been frozen. When the cartridge has been inserted into the injection pen, it should not be refrigerated and should be kept at room temperature, below 86°F (30°C) and must be used within 28 days or be discarded, even if they still contain Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection.
Q. What is Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection? How is it made?
Recosulin R 40IU/ml Injection is a man-made version of human insulin, produced by the process of biotechnology called recombinant DNA technology. It is sold as a sterile, aqueous, clear, and colorless solution that contains insulin aspart along with other constituents like glycerin, phenol, metacresol, zinc, sodium chloride etc.

Content on this page was last updated on 01 October, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)