My father has type 1 diabetes. Someone suggested Metformin 500 mg and Huminsulin 30/70 (20 units) morning and evening. He has been using Dibimet 500 mg and Metformin 500 mg for years but has no control. What should we do?

Metformin alone cannot control type 1 diabetes; therefore, insulin is necessary, and a diabetologist must modify the kind and dosage based on blood sugar monitoring. A correct insulin regimen (basal-bolus or mixed) and frequent glucose checks are necessary to ensure safe control,?do not switch to Huminsulin 30/70 on your own.

I need a prescription for Huminsulin 30/70 cartridge and Covance D, which I've been using for the last 8 years as advised by my doctor.

Since insulin and diabetic medications need to be provided by a licensed physician after assessing your blood sugar levels, I am unable to write a prescription. Since long-term use may require dose modifications, please visit your treating physician or a nearby clinic to obtain a fresh prescription.

I'm taking Huminsulin 30/70 twice daily, 28 units in the morning and 18 units at night with Melmet 1000 for the past three months, but my post-prandial reading is 190. How can I control it?

A post-meal reading of 190 indicates that your insulin timing, dosage, or meal composition may need to be adjusted because premixed insulin occasionally has poor post-prandial spike control. If necessary, discuss dose titration, cutting back on high-carb foods, or changing to a basal-bolus regimen with your diabetologist.

I have been taking Huminsulin 30/70 100IU/ml Cartridge twice daily and walking 5 to 6 kilometres, but my sugar levels have not decreased in 3 years. What should I do?

If your sugar levels have not improved despite regular insulin use and walking, your insulin dose, timing, or type may need adjustment. You should consult your doctor or a diabetologist for a detailed review, including your diet, injection technique, blood sugar records, and possible changes to your insulin regimen or the addition of other medicines.

I've been prescribed Huminsulin, Jardiance, and Janumet 50. They are too expensive for me. What are your suggestions?

Consult your physician about switching to less expensive generic substitutes (e.g., metformin instead of Janumet, human insulin instead of branded insulin, and less expensive SGLT2 inhibitors than Jardiance). Additionally, see if your local health program or drugstore offers patient aid or subsidies to lower costs.

Can it be used as substitute for mixtard 30 ?

Huminsulin 30/70 and Mixtard 30 are both premixed human insulin products with the same 30/70 ratio, containing 30% short acting human insulin and 70% intermediate acting insulin, so they are similar and are sometimes used interchangeably. However, any switch between insulin brands or formulations should be done only under a doctor’s supervision, as even slight differences in formulation, absorption, and individual response can affect blood sugar control, and dose adjustments may be required. Always consult your healthcare provider before substituting one insulin product for another.