Novomix 30

Injection (pen) · Novo Nordisk / Abbott
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Novomix 30 is a injection (pen) made by Novo Nordisk / Abbott that contains Insulin aspart 30% soluble + 70% protamine. Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting insulin: controls the rise in blood sugar after meals.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Insulin aspart30% soluble + 70% protamine

What it is used for

Controls the rise in blood sugar after meals.

How it works

A rapid-acting mealtime insulin that starts working in 10 to 20 minutes.

How to take it

Inject 0 to 10 minutes before a meal (or just after in some cases). Inject under the skin of the tummy, thigh or upper arm, rotating sites. Never share pens. Store spare pens in the fridge (not frozen); the pen in use keeps at room temperature for about 4 weeks.

Common side effects

  • Low blood sugar
  • Weight gain
  • Lumps or dents at injection sites if the same spot is used

Get medical help straight away if

Low blood sugar: shaking, sweating, hunger, confusion or fainting (take 15 g of sugar such as glucose or juice, then food)

Be careful

Can cause low sugar; take with meals as advised.

Other medicines and interactions

Alcohol, missed meals and exercise lower sugar further; beta blockers can hide warning signs. Steroids raise sugar. Pioglitazone with insulin can cause fluid build-up.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Insulin is the standard treatment for diabetes in pregnancy and is safe while breastfeeding; doses change and need close monitoring.

Common questions

What is Novomix 30?

Novomix 30 is a injection (pen) by Novo Nordisk / Abbott containing Insulin aspart 30% soluble + 70% protamine.

What is Novomix 30 used for?

Controls the rise in blood sugar after meals.

How should I take Novomix 30?

Inject 0 to 10 minutes before a meal (or just after in some cases). Inject under the skin of the tummy, thigh or upper arm, rotating sites. Never share pens. Store spare pens in the fridge (not frozen); the pen in use keeps at room temperature for about 4 weeks. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Novomix 30?

Common side effects include: Low blood sugar, weight gain, lumps or dents at injection sites if the same spot is used. Get medical help straight away for: Low blood sugar: shaking, sweating, hunger, confusion or fainting (take 15 g of sugar such as glucose or juice, then food).

Does Novomix 30 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Novomix 30 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Insulin is the standard treatment for diabetes in pregnancy and is safe while breastfeeding; doses change and need close monitoring.

What are the substitutes for Novomix 30?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.