About Insulin Lispro 100 U/mL
Rapid-acting insulin analog
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
- Used with meals; type 1 diabetes also requires longer-acting insulin.
Usual adult dose
Individualized; inject at mealtime or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Dose depends on blood sugar, food, and treatment plan.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 1 year and older; individualized and given at mealtime or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Low potassium
Important warnings
- Can cause severe, potentially life-threatening low blood sugar.
- Do not share needles or syringes.
- Changes in insulin, meals, activity, or illness may alter blood sugar.
- Do not use during episodes of low blood sugar.
Pregnancy
Insulin lispro may be used during pregnancy; insulin needs can change. Good blood sugar control is important.
Breastfeeding
Insulin lispro can be used while breastfeeding; insulin needs may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low blood sugar risk.
- Beta blockers may mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics may raise blood sugar.
- Alcohol can increase or decrease blood sugar.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.