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Is NovoLog® or NovoLog® FlexPen® right for you?

  1. Do you have diabetes?
  2. Is insulin a part of your treatment regimen?
  3. Do you wish the timing of your insulin injection could be more flexible?
  4. Do you eat out often and worry about when you should take your insulin?
  5. Do you usually take your insulin just before eating?
  6. Do you often run into unexpected delays or "detours" throughout your day?
  7. Are you always "on the go" and without a set routine?
  8. Do you eat at different times every day?
  9. Do you wish you had more control over your insulin regimen?
  10. Do you have trouble finding the "right" time to take your insulin?
  11. Are you using a pump or considering pump therapy?

If you answered YES to at least 3 of these questions, then NovoLog® or NovoLog® FlexPen® may be a great treatment option for you. Of course, the best person to talk to about NovoLog® or NovoLog® FlexPen® is your doctor. If you are interested in NovoLog® or NovoLog® FlexPen®, make sure to print out this quiz and discuss it with your healthcare practitioner.

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NovoLog® [insulin aspart (rDNA origin) injection]

Indication and Usage:

NovoLogŪ is a man-made insulin that is used to control high blood sugar in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.

Important Safety Information:

NovoLogŪ is a fast-acting insulin. You should eat a meal within 5 to 10 minutes after using NovoLogŪ to avoid low blood sugar. Do not inject NovoLogŪ if you do not plan to eat right after using NovoLogŪ. Check your blood sugar levels. Ask your health care provider what your blood sugars should be and when you should check your blood sugar levels. Alcohol, including beer and wine, may affect your blood sugar when you take NovoLogŪ.

Do not change the type of insulin you use unless told to do so by your health care provider. The amount of insulin you take as well as the best time for you to take your insulin may need to change if you take a different type of insulin.

Do not mix NovoLogŪ with any other insulins when used in a pump or with any insulins other than NPH when used with injections by syringe.

Do not take NovoLogŪ if your blood sugar is too low (hypoglycemia) or if you are allergic to anything in NovoLogŪ. If you take too much NovoLogŪ your blood sugar may fall too low.

Tell your health care provider about all medicines you take and all of your medical conditions, including if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your NovoLogŪ dose may change if you take other medicines.

The most common side effect of insulin therapy, including NovoLogŪ is low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Other possible side effects include reactions at the injection site (like redness, swelling and itching), and allergic reactions. Get medical help right away if you experience signs of serious allergic reaction such as body rash, trouble with your breathing, fast heartbeat, or sweating. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Please click here for NovoLogŪ Prescribing Information.

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