Insulin Overdosage
Taking too much insulin affects the body in a variety of ways. If you are worried that you have overdosed on insulin, please consult your GP at once. The list of symptoms below are know to result from insulin overdosage. Taking too much insulin effectively causes hypoglycaemia. Symptoms include:
- Depressed mood,
- dizziness,
- drowsiness,
- fatigue,
- headache,
- hunger,
- inability to concentrate,
- irritability,
- nausea,
- nervousness,
- personality changes,
- rapid heartbeat,
- restlessness,
- sleep disturbances,
- slurred speech,
- sweating,
- tingling,
- tremor,
- unsteady movements
In the case of a larger dose of insulin, more severe symptoms can include:
- Coma,
- disorientation,
- pale skin,
- seizures
Seek medical attention urgently in case of insulin overdosage.
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