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Apidra, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Cartridge. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Type 2. Apidra also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Apidra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Apidra as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Apidra go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Apidra's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Apidra has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Apidra related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Apidra contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Apidra have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Apidra, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Apidra is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Apidra safe for pregnant women?
Apidra can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Apidra, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Apidra safe during breastfeeding?
Apidra is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Apidra on the Kidneys?
Apidra has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Apidra on the Liver?
Apidra is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Apidra on the Heart?
Apidra is not harmful for the heart.
Apidra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apidra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Apidra habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Apidra is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Apidra does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Apidra only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Apidra cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Apidra
You can take Apidra with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Apidra
Consuming Apidra with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 698-700
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 265
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Apidra (insulin glulisine)