Humalog Mix 25 And Humalog Mix 50 100 units/ml Suspension for injection
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
For treatment of diabetes mellitus requiring insulin.
Dosage (summary)
Determined by healthcare professional; administer subcutaneously before or after meals.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 15 mins, Duration: ~15 hours
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Paediatric population
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Generally safe in pregnancy; insulin needs may change. Monitor breastfeeding patients for dose adjustments.
Key Drug Interactions
- Hyperglycaemic agents (e.g., corticosteroids)
- Hypoglycaemic agents (e.g., oral hypoglycaemics)
- Pioglitazone (risk of heart failure)
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to insulin lispro
- Hypoglycaemia
Common side effects
- Hypoglycaemia
- Local allergy
- Lipodystrophy
Counselling Points
- Educate on proper injection techniques
- Rotate injection sites
- Monitor blood glucose regularly
Serious warnings
- Risk of hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia
- Injection site reactions
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