INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSULIN VIAL USENEVER SHARE NEEDLES AND SYRINGES.Correct Syringe TypeDoses of insulin are measured in units. U–100 insulin
contains 100 units/mL (1 mL=1 cc). With Humulin N, it is important to use a
syringe that is marked for U–100 insulin preparations. Failure to use the proper
syringe can lead to a mistake in dosage, causing serious problems for you, such
as a blood glucose level that is too low or too high.Syringe UseTo help avoid contamination and possible infection, follow these instructions
exactly.Disposable syringes and needles should be used only once and then discarded
by placing the used needle in a puncture-resistant disposable container.
Properly dispose of the puncture-resistant container as directed by your Health
Care Professional.Preparing the DoseWash your hands.Carefully shake or rotate the bottle of insulin several times to
completely mix the insulin.Inspect the insulin. Humulin N suspension should look uniformly
cloudy or milky. Do not use Humulin N if you notice anything unusual in its
appearance.If using a new Humulin N bottle, flip off the plastic protective
cap, but do not remove the stopper. Wipe the top of the
bottle with an alcohol swab.If you are mixing insulins, refer to the “Mixing Humulin N and
Regular Human Insulin” section below.Draw an amount of air into the syringe that is equal to the
Humulin N dose. Put the needle through rubber top of the Humulin N bottle and
inject the air into the bottle.Turn the Humulin N bottle and syringe upside down. Hold the
bottle and syringe firmly in one hand and shake gently.Making sure the tip of the needle is in the Humulin N suspension,
withdraw the correct dose of Humulin N into the syringe.Before removing the needle from the Humulin N bottle, check the
syringe for air bubbles. If bubbles are present, hold the syringe straight up
and tap its side until the bubbles float to the top. Push the bubbles out with
the plunger and then withdraw the correct dose.Remove the needle from the bottle and lay the syringe down so
that the needle does not touch anything.If you do not need to mix your Humulin N with Regular human
insulin, go to the “Injection Instructions” section below and follow the
directions.Mixing Humulin N and Regular Human Insulin (Humulin
R)Humulin N should be mixed with Humulin R only on the advice of
your doctor.Draw an amount of air into the syringe that is equal to the
amount of Humulin N you are taking. Insert the needle into the Humulin N bottle
and inject the air. Withdraw the needle.Draw an amount of air into the syringe that is equal to the
amount of Humulin R you are taking. Insert the needle into the Humulin R bottle
and inject the air, but do not withdraw the
needle.Turn the Humulin R bottle and syringe upside down.Making sure the tip of the needle is in the Humulin R solution,
withdraw the correct dose of Humulin R into the syringe.Before removing the needle from the Humulin R bottle, check the
syringe for air bubbles. If bubbles are present, hold the syringe straight up
and tap its side until the bubbles float to the top. Push the bubbles out with
the plunger and then withdraw the correct dose.Remove the syringe with the needle from the Humulin R bottle and
insert it into the Humulin N bottle. Turn the Humulin N bottle and syringe
upside down. Hold the bottle and syringe firmly in one hand and shake gently.
Making sure the tip of the needle is in the Humulin N, withdraw the correct dose
of Humulin N.Remove the needle from the bottle and lay the syringe down so
that the needle does not touch anything.Follow the directions under “Injection Instructions” section
below.Follow your doctor’s instructions on whether to mix your insulins ahead of
time or just before giving your injection. It is important to be consistent in
your method.Syringes from different manufacturers may vary in the amount of space between
the bottom line and the needle. Because of this, do not change:the sequence of mixing, orthe model and brand of syringe or needle that your doctor has
prescribed.Injection InstructionsTo avoid tissue damage, choose a site for each injection that is
at least 1/2 inch from the previous injection site. The usual sites of injection
are abdomen, thighs, and arms.Cleanse the skin with alcohol where the injection is to be
made.With one hand, stabilize the skin by spreading it or pinching up
a large area.Insert the needle as instructed by your doctor.Push the plunger in as far as it will go.Pull the needle out and apply gentle pressure over the injection
site for several seconds. Do not rub the area.Place the used needle in a puncture-resistant disposable
container and properly dispose of the puncture-resistant container as directed
by your Health Care Professional.