Humalog Mix is available as: Humalog 50:50 which contains 50% insulin lispro protamine and 50% insulin lispro. Humalog 75:25 which contains 75% insulin lispro protamine and 25% insulin lispro.

How many units are in a Humalog 75/25 pen?

Do not share your HUMALOG Mix75/25 KwikPen with other people, even if the needle has been changed. You may give other people a serious infection or get a serious infection from them. HUMALOG Mix75/25 KwikPen (“Pen”) is a disposable single-patient-use prefilled pen containing 300 units of HUMALOG Mix75/25.

Is Humalog 75/25 Long acting or short acting?

Humalog Mix75/25 and Humalog Mix50/50 are combinations of fast- and longer-acting insulin that work together to help manage your blood sugar between meals and at night, as well as blood sugar “spikes” that can happen when you eat. Learn how to use Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen and Humalog Mix 50/50 KwikPen.

Can you mix Humalog and Humalog 75 25?

Do not mix HUMALOG Mix75/25 with other insulins or liquids. Check your blood sugar levels. Ask your healthcare provider what your blood sugars should be and when you should check your blood sugar levels.

How do you mix Humalog 75/25 KwikPen?

Since Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen is used before meals, you may not be on a timed dosing schedule. Whenever you use the medicine, be sure to eat a meal within 15 minutes. Do not use two doses at one time. Keep insulin on hand at all times.

Does Humalog Mix 75/25 need to be refrigerated?

Storing opened (in use) Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen: Store the vial in a refrigerator or at room temperature and use within 28 days. Store the injection pen at room temperature (do not refrigerate) and use within 10 days.

Can you mix HUMALOG and HUMALOG 75 25?

How do you mix HUMALOG with KwikPen?

What are the side effects of Humalog 75 25?

Common side effects of Humalog Mix 75/25 include: low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) swelling of hands and feet….A side effect of too much insulin is low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which includes symptoms such as:

  • chills.
  • cold sweats.
  • blurred vision.
  • dizziness.
  • drowsiness.
  • shaking.
  • fast heartbeat.
  • weakness.

What is the alternative to Humalog?

There are other insulin options to Humalog. While the cash prices of these alternatives may not be significantly less expensive, depending on your insurance coverage, some might be more affordable. Lantus (insulin glargine), and its biosimilar Basaglar, which we mentioned above, have been found to be just as safe and effective as Humalog.

What is the classification of Humalog?

Humalog is the brand-name version of insulin lispro, and Novolog is the brand-name version of insulin aspart. These drugs both help control blood glucose (sugar) in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Humalog and Novolog are both rapid acting.

What is the generic name for Humalog?

Humalog and Novolog are two diabetes medications. Humalog is the brand-name version of insulin lispro, and Novolog is the brand-name version of insulin aspart.