About insulin glulisine
Rapid-acting insulin analogue
Used for
- Improves blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.
Usual adult dose
Individualized; inject under the skin shortly before meals or within 20 minutes after starting a meal. Doses depend on blood glucose, meals, and other insulin.
Usual dose in children
Individualized for children with diabetes; inject under the skin shortly before meals or within 20 minutes after starting a meal.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reactions
- Weight gain
- Allergic reactions
Important warnings
- Low blood sugar can be severe or life-threatening.
- Do not share insulin pens, even with a new needle.
- Changes in insulin, meals, activity, or illness can affect blood sugar.
- Do not inject into a vein or mix with other insulins in a pen.
Pregnancy
Insulin glulisine may be used during pregnancy when needed; insulin requirements can change. Blood sugar control is important.
Breastfeeding
Insulin glulisine can be used while breastfeeding; insulin needs may change after delivery.
Interactions
- Other diabetes medicines can increase low blood sugar risk.
- Corticosteroids and some diuretics can raise blood sugar.
- Beta blockers may mask warning signs of low 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.