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Insulin Lispro (Humalog)
Rapid-acting mealtime insulin analog.
Plain-Language Label Highlights
Brand names: Humalog, Admelog, Lyumjev
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes — rapid mealtime coverage.
A fast-acting insulin taken right around meals to handle the blood sugar rise from food.
- •Hypoglycemia
- •Weight gain
- •Injection-site reactions
- •Severe hypoglycemia (especially if meals skipped/delayed)
- •Hypokalemia
- •Allergic reactions
- •During an episode of hypoglycemia
- •Known hypersensitivity to lispro
Educational summary of the FDA prescribing information. Not a substitute for the full label or medical advice. Always discuss with a licensed prescriber.
Mechanism of Action
Recombinant insulin analog with reversed lysine and proline at B28/B29, reducing self-association so it acts within ~15 minutes for postprandial glucose control.
Research Areas
Common Research Protocols
Subcutaneous dose 0–15 minutes before meals, dosed by carbohydrate intake and correction factor.
Protocols summarized for educational reference from published research. Not dosing guidance.
Cited Research
Lispro pharmacokinetics vs regular insulin
Faster onset and shorter duration improved postprandial control.
Important Considerations
- •FDA-approved.
- •Hypoglycemia risk if meal delayed or skipped.
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