Management of type I & II diabetes (who are not adequately controlled by diet &/or oral hypoglycemic agents) & gestational diabetes; initial stabilization of diabetes in patients w/ diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome & during periods of stress eg, severe infections & major surgery in diabetic patients.
Change of insulin should be made w/ caution. Periodic monitoring of blood glucose & measurement of HbA1c. Hepatic or renal impairment. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy & lactation.