About Insulin Lispro 100U/ML
Rapid-acting insulin analogue
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in diabetes mellitus.
- Used at mealtimes and, when prescribed, to correct high blood sugar.
Usual adult dose
Individualised; injected shortly before meals, with dose based on blood glucose, food intake, and treatment plan.
Usual dose in children
Individualised for children with diabetes; injected shortly before meals under a prescribed treatment plan.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar, which can be severe.
- Injection-site redness, swelling, itching, or skin thickening.
- Weight gain or swelling.
- Low potassium, rarely.
Important warnings
- Never stop insulin or change doses without medical guidance; stopping can cause life-threatening ketoacidosis.
- Check blood glucose regularly; meal timing and activity affect dose needs.
- Use only with the compatible KwikPen device; do not share pens or needles.
- A pen containing insulin lispro must not be used in an insulin pump.
Pregnancy
Insulin lispro may be used during pregnancy when needed; insulin requirements can change. Close glucose monitoring is important.
Breastfeeding
Can generally be used while breastfeeding; insulin needs may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low-blood-sugar risk.
- Steroids, some diuretics, and some antipsychotics may raise blood sugar.
- Beta-blockers can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Alcohol may cause unpredictable blood-sugar changes.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.