Kirsty (Insulin Aspart)

Description

Kirsty (insulin aspart) injection is an insulin that is prescribed to diabetic patients who are at least 1 year of age to manage blood glucose levels.

Kirsty comes in prefilled pens.

Directions

Your doctor will decide on a treatment plan and Kirsty (insulin aspart) dosage for you. You or your caregiver should receive training on the proper preparation, administration, and disposal of Kirsty.

Kirsty is given as an injection in the upper arm, thigh, buttock, or abdomen. It begins to work rapidly; therefore, it should be administered immediately before or after a meal.

Needles and pens should never be shared with others.

You may read the medication guide that accompanies your prescription for detailed instructions for use. Let your doctor or pharmacist know if you have any questions or concerns.

Storage:

• Store unopened prefilled pens in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C. Do not place them near the cooling element and do not freeze.
• Store prefilled pens during use or when carried as a spare below 30°C or in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C for a maximum of 4 weeks.
• Keep Kirsty out of reach of children.
• If any Kirsty prefilled pens have expired, do not use them.

Ingredients

Insulin aspart is the active ingredient in Kirsty.

Contraindications

Kirsty should not be administered to patients experiencing low blood sugar or who have an allergy to Kirsty.

Cautions

• Kirsty is associated with the following serious warnings and precautions:
• Low blood glucose is the most common insulin side effect. All diabetic patients who are receiving insulin should check their blood glucose levels as instructed.
• Loss of consciousness, coma, or death can occur due to uncorrected high or low blood glucose.
• Changing from one insulin to another should occur only under medical supervision.
• Insulin products that have a rapid onset and last only for a short period of time should be administered immediately (5-10 minutes) before a meal or immediately after a meal.
• For adequate blood glucose management, short-acting insulin should be used with long-acting insulin or an insulin pump.
• Mixing of insulin products should only occur with an indication and under medical supervision.
• If the insulin does not appear clear and colorless or if there are solid particles present on the wall of the vial or cartridge, do not use it.
• Before you start Kirsty treatment, tell your doctor:
• About all the prescription and nonprescription medications you take
• About your allergies
• About your current health problems
• About your past medical history
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Driving and operating machinery is not advised until you know how Kirsty makes you feel.
• Kirsty may cause low potassium levels in the blood.
• Kirsty may cause allergic reactions, including injection site reactions and systemic reactions. Seek emergency care right away if you develop a rash, shortness of breath, wheezing, and low blood pressure.
• A dose adjustment may be needed if insulin antibodies are produced.
• Kirsty may cause a decrease in fatty tissue.

Side Effects

The most common side effect of Kirsty is low blood glucose. Other side effects may also occur, so contact your doctor right away if you have worrisome or persistent side effects.

Here, you can buy Kirsty insulin.

References

1. Kirsty. Etobicoke, ON: BGP Pharma ULC; 2021.
2. Kirsty. European Medicines Agency; 2021.

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