Novolin R (regular insulin) prescription available online 

About Novolin R (regular insulin)

Novolin R is a medication used to treat both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It's a short-acting insulin that works to lower blood sugar levels in the body. It is a type of human insulin. This medication requires a prescription and can be obtained under different names, such as Novolin R Relion FlexPen.

Managing your diabetes correctly means taking Novolin R exactly as your doctor prescribed. Depending on the specific formulation and insulin dose they prescribed, the directions may vary. You'll need to give yourself an injection into the fatty tissue located in your upper arm, thigh, buttocks, or stomach area.

This brand of insulin is five times more potent than others, so it's important to be careful with the dosage to avoid low blood sugar. If you stop taking the medication abruptly before finishing the whole prescription, the human insulin can affect blood glucose control and leave your diabetes untreated.

What to avoid while taking Novolin R

Novolin R has several drug interactions. Don’t change what you are taking without checking with your doctor or pharmacist. That includes other medications or supplements, as well as over-the-counter drugs. Possible drug interactions with Novolin R can include, but are not limited to:

• MAOIs

• Beta-blockers

• ACE inhibitors

• Oral hypoglycemic agents

• Antibiotics

• Thiazides

• Oral contraceptives

It is important to closely monitor your blood sugar when taking Novolin R. 

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if it is acceptable to consume alcohol while taking Novolin R. Some research shows that regular alcohol consumption may increase your risk of high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Alcohol may also reduce the medication’s ability to do its job, making it harder to control your diabetes.