{"id":8760,"date":"2021-03-18T11:10:55","date_gmt":"2021-03-18T11:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=8760"},"modified":"2022-12-21T19:25:54","modified_gmt":"2022-12-21T19:25:54","slug":"fiasp-pumpcart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/fiasp-pumpcart\/","title":{"rendered":"Fiasp PumpCart &#8211; Insulin Aspart Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Fiasp PumpCart 100 units\/ml&nbsp;injection&nbsp;solution in the&nbsp;cartridge&nbsp;insulin&nbsp;aspart<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Fiasp Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong>is\u00a0insulin\u00a0with a fast-acting blood sugar-lowering effect.\u00a0Fiasp is an\u00a0injection solution\u00a0containing\u00a0insulin\u00a0aspart and is used to treat\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diabetes-type-1\/\">diabetes<\/a> mellitus\u00a0in adults, adolescents, and children from 1 year of age.\u00a0Diabetes\u00a0is a disease in which the body does not produce enough\u00a0insulin\u00a0to keep <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diabetes-type-1\/\">blood sugar<\/a> levels under control.\u00a0Treatment with <strong>Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong>helps prevent complications of\u00a0diabetes.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About PumpCart<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pump Cartridge&nbsp;cartridge&nbsp;used in an insulin pump that is designed to be used with the cartridge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It covers your entire daily insulin needs &#8211; necessary insulin throughout the day and mealtime insulin (\u00a0bolus\u00a0).<\/li><li>Before using a pump Cartridge\u00a0cartridge\u00a0pump, your doctor or nurse will give you specific instructions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The need for basal insulin (throughout the day):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you use Fiasp in a pump, your&nbsp;insulin will&nbsp;be continuously supplied to your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This covers your need for\u00a0insulin\u00a0throughout the day.<\/li><li>Carefully read the pump&#8217;s manual (instruction manual) before setting or changing the basal insulin rate.<\/li><li>If you stop the pump, be aware that the insulin effect will gradually decrease over 3 to 5 hours.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The need for mealtime insulin (&nbsp;bolus&nbsp;):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take your mealtime insulin shortly (0 to 2 minutes) before the meal starts, with the option of taking it up to 20 minutes after the meal starts (see section 3, How to use Fiasp).<\/li><li>The maximum effect is reached between 1 and 3 hours after&nbsp;bolus dose&nbsp;one.<\/li><li>The effect lasts for 3 to 5 hours.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To Know Before Using Fiasp Pumpcart <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Fiasp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to\u00a0<em><strong>Fiasp insulin cartridges<\/strong><\/em> apart or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharma, cist, or nurse before using the <strong>Fiasp pumpcart<\/strong>.\u00a0Pay special attention to the following:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) &#8211; If your blood sugar is too low, follow the advice for low blood sugar in section 4, &#8220;Possible side effects.&#8221;\u00a0<strong>Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong>begins to lower blood sugar faster than other fast-acting\u00a0insulins.\u00a0If low blood sugar occurs, you may experience it earlier after taking Fiasp.<\/li><li>High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) &#8211; If your blood sugar is too high, follow the advice for high blood sugar in section 4, <strong>&#8220;Possible fiasp insulin side effects<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/li><li>Switching from other insulin preparations &#8211; The insulin dose may need to be changed if you switch from another\u00a0insulin.<\/li><li>Pioglitazone used with\u00a0insulin\u00a0may increase the risk of\u00a0heart failure; see below under &#8220;Other medicines and <strong>Fiasp pumpcart<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/li><li>Eye Disease &#8211; Rapid improvement in blood sugar control may lead to a temporary worsening of diabetes-related eye disease.<\/li><li>Pain due to nerve damage &#8211; If your blood sugar level improves quickly, you may get nerve-related pain.\u00a0This is usually temporary.<\/li><li>Swelling around the joints &#8211; When you start treatment, too much fluid can accumulate in the body.\u00a0It causes swelling around the ankles and other joints.\u00a0This is usually short-lived.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have poor eyesight, see section 3, &#8220;How to use <strong>Fiasp pumpcart<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some conditions and activities can affect how much&nbsp;insulin&nbsp;you need.&nbsp;Talk to a doctor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have problems with your kidneys, liver, adrenal glands,\u00a0pituitary gland,\u00a0or thyroid gland.<\/li><li>If you exercise more than usual or want to change your regular diet, it can affect your blood sugar level.<\/li><li>If you become ill, continue to take your\u00a0<em><strong>Fiasp insulin cartridges<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0and talk to a doctor.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When using a <strong>Fiasp pumpcart<\/strong>, it is strongly recommended that the name of the medicinal product and the batch number of each package be documented to maintain a register of used batch numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skin changes at the injection site<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help prevent changes in the fatty tissue under the skin, e.g.,\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Skin thickening<\/li><li>Skin shrinkage<\/li><li>For lumps under the skin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should always change the injection site.\u00a0It may be that\u00a0insulin\u00a0et not work as well if you inject in an area with nodules or in a thickened or shriveled area (see &#8220;How to use <strong>Fiasp pumpcart<\/strong>&#8220;).\u00a0Contact your doctor if you notice skin changes at the injection site and before changing the injection site if you are currently injecting in an affected area.\u00a0Your doctor may advise you to check your blood sugar more often and to adjust your <em><strong>Fiasp insulin cartridges<\/strong><\/em> dose or the\u00a0dose\u00a0of other diabetes medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine is not recommended for children under 1 year of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Fiasp Pumpcart <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.\u00a0Some medicines affect your blood sugar level, and you may need to change your <em><strong>Fiasp insulin cartridges<\/strong><\/em> dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a list of the most common medicines that can affect your <em><strong>Fiasp insulin cartridges<\/strong><\/em> therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your blood sugar level may drop (hypoglycemia) if you take the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Other medicines for\u00a0diabetes\u00a0(tablets or as an\u00a0injection\u00a0)<\/li><li>Sulfonamides\u00a0&#8211; against\u00a0infection\u00a0s<\/li><li>Anabolic\u00a0steroid\u00a0is &#8211; e.g.,\u00a0testosterone<\/li><li>Beta-blockers\u00a0&#8211; for example, for high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or angina (angina).\u00a0These medicines may make it harder to recognize the warning signs of low blood sugar (see section 4, \u201cWarning signs of low blood sugar\u201d).<\/li><li>Acetylsalicylic acid\u00a0(and other salicylates) &#8211; for pain and mild <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">fever<\/a><\/li><li>MAO inhibitors\u00a0&#8211; for depression<\/li><li>ACE inhibitors\u00a0&#8211; for certain heart problems or high\u00a0blood pressure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your blood sugar level may rise (hyperglycemia) if you take the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Danazol &#8211; against\u00a0endometriosis<\/li><li>Birth control pills<\/li><li>Thyroid hormones &#8211; against thyroid diseases<\/li><li>Growth hormone\u00a0&#8211; against growth hormone deficiency<\/li><li>Glucocorticoid\u00a0is, for example,\u00a0cortisone\u00a0&#8211; for\u00a0inflammation<\/li><li>Sympathomimetics, eg,\u00a0epinephrine\u00a0(\u00a0adrenaline\u00a0),\u00a0salbutamol,\u00a0or\u00a0terbutaline\u00a0&#8211; for\u00a0asthma<\/li><li>Thiazides\u00a0&#8211; for high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or if your body retains too much fluid (fluid retention).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Octreotide and lanreotide &#8211; are used to treat a rare disease with the overproduction of\u00a0growth hormone\u00a0(\u00a0acromegaly\u00a0).\u00a0These can either raise or lower your blood sugar level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pioglitazone &#8211; diabetes medicine (tablets) for treating\u00a0type 2\u00a0diabetes. Some patients who have had type 2\u00a0diabetes\u00a0and heart disease for many years or patients who have had a\u00a0stroke in the\u00a0past\u00a0have developed\u00a0heart failure\u00a0when treated with pioglitazone and\u00a0insulin.\u00a0Tell your doctor immediately if you get signs of\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Heart failure includes <ul><li>Unexpected shortness of breath<\/li><li>Rapid weight gain<\/li><li>Local swelling (\u00a0Edema\u00a0)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of the above apply to you (or you are not sure), talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fiasp Pumpcart  With Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you drink alcohol, your insulin needs may change, as your blood sugar level may rise or fall.\u00a0You should therefore check your blood sugar level more often than usual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.\u00a0This medicine can be used during pregnancy, but your insulin dose may need to be changed during and after delivery.\u00a0Careful monitoring of your\u00a0diabetes\u00a0during pregnancy is\u00a0needed.\u00a0Avoiding low blood sugar (\u00a0hypoglycemia\u00a0) is especially important for your baby&#8217;s health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no restrictions on treatment with <strong>Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong>during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Low blood sugar can affect your ability to drive or use tools or machines.&nbsp;Low blood sugar can affect your ability to concentrate and react.&nbsp;It can be dangerous for yourself and others.&nbsp;Ask your doctor if it is appropriate for you to drive if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You often get low blood sugar<\/li><li>You find it difficult to recognize signs of low blood sugar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Information About Some Of The Ingredients Of Fiasp Pumpcart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol\u00a0sodium\u00a0(23 mg) per\u00a0dose.\u00a0This means that this medicine is almost &#8220;sodium-free.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Fiasp Pumpcart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are blind or have poor eyesight and cannot read the pump screen, do not use this pump without assistance.\u00a0Get help from someone with good eyesight who knows how to use the pump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage\u00a0and when to use Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use your\u00a0insulin\u00a0and adjust the\u00a0doses\u00a0of your basal insulin and mealtime insulin (\u00a0bolus\u00a0) according to your doctor&#8217;s instructions.\u00a0If unsure, talk to your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Adjust your mealtime insulin (\u00a0bolus\u00a0) based on your blood sugar measurements and meal intake.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong>meal doses should be taken just before (0 to 2 minutes) the meal begins, with the option to take up to 20 minutes after the meal has started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fiasp Pumpcart<\/strong> meal doses should be taken just before (0 to 2 minutes) the meal begins, with the option to take it up to 20 minutes after the meal has started in situations where it is uncertain how the child will eat.\u00a0Consult a physician regarding these situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to change your diet, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse first, as changing your diet may change your need for\u00a0insulin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When using other medicines, ask your doctor if your treatment needs to be adjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use in elderly patients (65 years or older)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elderly patients can use this medicine.\u00a0Talk to your doctor about changes in your\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you have kidney or liver problems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may need to check your blood sugar level more often if you have kidney or liver problems.\u00a0Talk to your doctor about changes in your\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to inject Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine should only be injected under the skin (&nbsp;subcutaneous&nbsp;injection&nbsp;).&nbsp;Use only a pump designed to be used with this&nbsp;cartridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Before using the pump Cartridge\u00a0cartridge\u00a0into the pump, your doctor or nurse will give you detailed instructions.<\/li><li>Talk to your doctor if you need to inject your\u00a0insulin\u00a0another way.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where you inject<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally you will inject your&nbsp;insulin&nbsp;into the front of&nbsp;your&nbsp;waist.&nbsp;If your doctor recommends it, you can use your upper arm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not inject into a blood vessel or muscle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When changing the infusion set (tubing and needle), change the injection site for the needle.\u00a0This may reduce the risk of developing changes under the skin (see section 4, \u201cPossible side effects\u201d).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do not use Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If cartridge\u00a0one or the aid containing\u00a0cartridge\u00a0one you use is dropped, damaged, or crushed.\u00a0In that case, please return it to the pharmacy\/place of purchase.<\/li><li>If the\u00a0cartridge\u00a0has not been stored correctly (see section 5, &#8220;How to store <strong>Fiasp Pumpcart<\/strong>&#8220;).<\/li><li>If the\u00a0insulin is\u00a0not clear (e.g., cloudy) and colorless.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Detailed instructions for use can be found on the other side of this leaflet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to inject Fiasp pumpcart <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Read and follow the pump manual (instruction manual) with your insulin pump.<\/li><li>Use an infusion set (tube and needle) that fits your insulin pump.<\/li><li>Check the name and strength of the cartridge label (PumpCart) to ensure it is <strong>Fiasp Pumpcart<\/strong>.<\/li><li>The infusion set (tubing and needle) and Pump Cartridge\u00a0cartridge\u00a0may not be shared with others.<\/li><li>Replacement of the infusion set (tubing and needle) must be done according to the instructions in the product information provided with the infusion set.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What to do if the pump system does not work<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure you always have an alternative method to inject your\u00a0insulin under the skin (such as a\u00a0pen\u00a0or syringe) if the pump system does not work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Fiasp Pumpcart Than You Should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use too much\u00a0insulin, your blood sugar may become too low (hypoglycemia).\u00a0See the advice in section 4 under &#8220;Low blood sugar.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Fiasp pumpcart<strong> <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to use\u00a0insulin, your blood sugar level may become too high (hyperglycemia).\u00a0See section 4 under &#8220;High blood sugar.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Three simple steps&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>that can help&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>avoid too low or high blood sugar are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always keep the\u00a0cartridge\u00a0with Fiasp in reserve.<\/li><li>Always have something with you that shows that you have\u00a0diabetes.<\/li><li>Always carry products that contain sugar.\u00a0See section 4, &#8220;What to do if you get low blood sugar.&#8221;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Fiasp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not stop taking\u00a0insulin\u00a0without talking to a doctor first.\u00a0If you stop using\u00a0insulin, it can lead to very high blood sugar (severe\u00a0hyperglycemia) and\u00a0ketoacidosis\u00a0(a condition with too high acidity in the blood that can be potentially life-threatening).\u00a0See symptoms and advice in section 4 under &#8220;High blood sugar.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Fiasp Pumpcart Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)<\/strong>\u00a0is very common with insulin therapy (may affect more than 1 user in 10).\u00a0It can be very serious.\u00a0If your blood sugar level drops too much, you may become unconscious.\u00a0Severe\u00a0hypoglycemia\u00a0can cause brain damage and be life-threatening.\u00a0If you have low blood sugar symptoms, raise your blood sugar level <strong>immediately<\/strong>.\u00a0See the advice below under &#8220;Low blood sugar.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you get a severe\u00a0allergic reaction<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0insulin\u00a0or other ingredients of Fiasp, stop using this medicine and contact your healthcare provider immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Signs of a severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Local reactions e.g.<ul><li>Rash<\/li><li>Redness<\/li><li>Itching spreads to other parts of the body<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>You suddenly feel sick and sweaty<\/li><li>You start vomiting<\/li><li>You have difficulty breathing<\/li><li>You get palpitations or feel dizzy<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Allergic reactions <\/strong>such as rash over large areas of the body and swelling of the face may occur.\u00a0These are less common and may affect up to 1 in 100 people.\u00a0Contact a doctor if the symptoms get worse or if you do not see any improvement within a few weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skin changes at the injection site:<\/strong>\u00a0If you inject\u00a0insulin\u00a0at the same site, the adipose tissue may either shrink (lipoatrophy) or thicken (lipohypertrophy) (\u00a0<em>may<\/em>\u00a0affect\u00a0<em>up to 1 in 100 people<\/em>\u00a0).\u00a0Nodules under the skin can also be caused by the accumulation of a\u00a0protein\u00a0called amyloid (\u00a0cutaneous\u00a0amyloidosis. How often this occurs is not known).\u00a0It may be that\u00a0insulin\u00a0et not work as well if you inject in an area with nodules or in a thickened or shriveled area.\u00a0Change the injection site for each\u00a0injection\u00a0to prevent these skin changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other\u00a0fiasp pumpcart side effects\u00a0include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common&nbsp;<\/strong><em>(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reaction at the administration site: There may be local reactions at the injection site.\u00a0These can include the following symptoms: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Skin rash<\/li><li>Redness<\/li><li>Inflammation<\/li><li>Bruising<\/li><li>Irritation<\/li><li>Pain<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The reactions usually disappear after a few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Skin reactions: Signs of\u00a0allergy\u00a0to the skin, such as\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Eczema<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Dermatitis\u00a0may occur<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>General effects of insulin therapy, including Fiasp<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0(very common<strong> Fiasp insulin side effects<\/strong>)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can get low blood sugar if you:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drink alcohol<\/li><li>Use too much\u00a0insulin<\/li><li>Exercise more than usual<\/li><li>Eat too little<\/li><li>Skip a meal<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Warning signals for low blood sugar &#8211; these can come on suddenly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headache<\/li><li>Slurred speech<\/li><li>Palpitation<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">Cold<\/a> sweats<\/li><li>Cool and pale skin<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>A strong feeling of hunger<\/li><li>Tremors or nervousness\/anxiety<\/li><li>The feeling of unusual tiredness<\/li><li>Weakness<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Confusion<\/li><li>Concentration difficulties<\/li><li>Short-term vision change<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is what you do if you have low blood sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are conscious, treat your low blood sugar immediately with 15-20 g fast-acting carbohydrates: eat glucose tablets or any other snack that contains a lot of sugar, such as fruit juice, sweets, or cakes (for safety&#8217;s sake, always carry glucose tablets or snacks with a lot of sugar i) and adjust the insulin infusion or stop the pump.<\/li><li>It is recommended that you measure your blood glucose level after 15-20 minutes and treat yourself again if your blood sugar level is below 4 mmol \/ l.<\/li><li>Wait until the signs of low blood sugar have passed or your blood sugar level has stabilized.\u00a0Then continue with insulin treatment as usual.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is what others should do if they lose consciousness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell everyone you hang out with that you have\u00a0diabetes.\u00a0Tell them what can happen if your blood sugar gets too low, for example, that you may lose consciousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell them that if they lose consciousness, they must do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Turn to the side to avoid suffocation<\/li><li>Immediately make sure you get medical attention.<\/li><li>Do not\u00a0give yourself anything to eat or drink, as you may suffocate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can regain consciousness faster if you receive a\u00a0glucagon\u00a0injection.\u00a0Such an\u00a0injection\u00a0should only be given by someone who knows how to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are given glucagon, you will need sugar or a sugar-containing snack as soon as you regain consciousness.<\/li><li>You must be treated in a hospital if you do not respond to the glucagon injection.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If severe low blood sugar is not treated, it can eventually cause brain damage.\u00a0These can be short-term or long-term.\u00a0Low blood sugar can even cause death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Talk to a doctor about:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have had such low blood sugar that you have lost consciousness<\/li><li>You have been given an\u00a0injection\u00a0of glucagon<\/li><li>You have had too low blood sugar a few times recently.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Does\u00a0one of the times of your insulin injections, your meals, or exercise habits may need to be changed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong><em>High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0with no known frequency (cannot be calculated from the available data)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can get high blood sugar if you:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eat more or exercise less than usual, drink alcohol, get\u00a0an infection\u00a0or fever, have not used enough\u00a0insulin, regularly use too little\u00a0insulin, forget to use your\u00a0insulin,\u00a0or stop using\u00a0insulin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Warning signals for high blood sugar &#8211; these usually occur gradually:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Blushing skin<\/li><li>Dry skin<\/li><li>Drowsiness or fatigue<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Fruit-smelling (acetone-like) breath<\/li><li>It would be best if you urinated more often<\/li><li>Thirst<\/li><li>Loss of appetite<\/li><li>Nausea or vomiting<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs may indicate a very serious condition called\u00a0ketoacidosis.\u00a0This means too much acidity in the blood because the body breaks down fat instead of sugar.\u00a0If left untreated, it can lead to diabetic coma and eventually death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is what you do if you get high blood sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Test your blood sugar level.<\/li><li>If\u00a0you have been taught how to do this,\u00a0take a corrected\u00a0insulin dose.<\/li><li>Do a ketone test on the urine.<\/li><li>Seek medical attention immediately if you have ketones.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Fiasp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the label and the carton after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li><strong>Before first use:<\/strong><ul><li>Store in a refrigerator (2 \u00b0 C &#8211; 8 \u00b0 C).\u00a0Do not freeze.\u00a0Do not store near the heat sink.\u00a0The cartridge\u00a0should be stored in the outer carton.\u00a0Sensitive to light.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>After the first opening or if brought as a reserve:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Store in a cool place during use.<\/li><li>You can take your\u00a0<strong>Fiasp cartridges<\/strong>\u00a0(Pump Cart) and store them at room temperature (above 30 \u00b0 C) for up to 2 weeks.<\/li><li>After that, it can be used for up to 7 days at a maximum of 37 \u00b0 C in a pump designed to be used with this\u00a0cartridge.<\/li><li>Keep the Pump Cartridge\u00a0cartridge\u00a0in the outer carton until ready to use to protect it from damage.\u00a0Always protect the\u00a0cartridge\u00a0against light during use.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is&nbsp;insulin&nbsp;aspart.&nbsp;1 ml solution contains 100 units of&nbsp;insulin as part.&nbsp;One&nbsp;cartridge&nbsp;contains 160 units of&nbsp;insulin&nbsp;aspart in a 1.6 ml solution.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are phenol, metacresol,&nbsp;glycerol, zinc acetate, disodium phosphate dihydrate, arginine hydrochloride,&nbsp;nicotinamide&nbsp;(&nbsp;vitamin&nbsp;B&nbsp;<sub>3<\/sub>&nbsp;),&nbsp;hydrochloric acid&nbsp;(for&nbsp;pH&nbsp;adjustment), sodium hydroxide (for&nbsp;pH&nbsp;adjustment) (see the end of section 2 under &#8220;Important information on some ingredients&#8221;). in Fiasp \u201d) and water for injections.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fiasp is a clear, colorless, aqueous\u00a0solution for injection\u00a0in a\u00a0cartridge.<\/li><li>Pack sizes: 5\u00a0<strong><strong>Fiasp cartridges<\/strong><\/strong>\u00a0of 1.6 ml.\u00a0Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Novo Nordisk A \/ S,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Novo All\u00e9,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DK-2880 Bagsv\u00e6rd, Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Now turn to the sheet for information on how to use PumpCart.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Patients helping Fiasp Pumpcart by CSII must be trained to help insulin by injection and have alternate insulin treatment available in case of pump collapse. 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