Novopen 4 (Novo-Nordisk)

What is Novopen 4 (Novo-Nordisk)?

NovoPen 4 is an insulin pen that can deliver insulin doses from 1 to 60 units, in increments of 1 unit. NovoPen 4 is designed to be used with PenFill 3 mL insulin cartridges and NovoFine disposable needles. NovoFine disposable needles are for one time use only.

What is it used for?

Novopen 4 (Novo-Nordisk) is used for treating the following:

• Diabetes Mellitus type 1: The onset of this type is juvenile. It may be associated with loss of weight. In this condition, the body produces little or no insulin. Insulin is given intravenously or orally to manage glucose levels.

In this type, only management of diet is not sufficient. Use of insulin is must.

• Diabetes Mellitus type 2: This type has a late onset and usually occurs in individuals above 40 years of age. In this condition, the body may produce insulin normally but the cells become irresponsive. In this, diet management plays a major role in controlling glucose levels.

Note: The normal level of glucose for a diabetic is 140 mg/dl.

How To Use

Insert the needle into your skin and press the dose button until the dose counter shows “0”. Then wait and count slowly to 6 before you remove the needle from your skin.  Safely remove and throw away the needle.  Put the pen cap back on.

Side effects

Common side effects may include:

• Hypoglycemia
• Weight gain
• Injection site thickness
• Injection site allergic reaction
• Swelling in hands or feet.