Generic name:insulin isophane [ IN-soo-lin-EYE-soe-fane ]
Brand names: HumuLIN N, HumuLIN N KwikPen, NovoLIN N, ReliOn/NovoLIN N
Drug class:Insulin
What is Novolin N?
Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Novolin N is an intermediate-acting insulin that starts to work within 2 to 4 hours after injection, peaks in 4 to 12 hours, and keeps working for 12 to 18 hours.
Novolin N is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.
Novolin N may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Novolin N if you are having an episode of low blood sugar.
Never share an injection pen or syringe with another person, even if the needle has been changed.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Novolin N if you are allergic to it, or if you are having an episode of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
Do not give Novolin N to a child without a doctor's advice.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver or kidney disease; or
low levels of potassium in your blood (hypokalemia).
Tell your doctor if you also take pioglitazone or
