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Insulin lispro · Injection, Solution

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Overview

Brand name
Humalog KwikPen
Generic name
Insulin lispro
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Intravenous
Marketing category
BLA · BLA
Labeler
Eli Lilly and Company
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
10
Packages
10
Data completeness
81% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Insulin Lispro 100 [iU]/mL 242120 View
Insulin Lispro 200 [iU]/mL 242120 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Intravenous
Presentations
20

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Insulin Analog [EPC] EPC All 21 members
Insulin [Chemical/Ingredient] EPC 5 members — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
020563
Application type
BLA · Biologics License Application
Approval date
June 14, 1996
Sponsor
LILLY
Products on application
5
Submissions recorded
85
Products approved under application 020563.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
020563-001 HUMALOG INJECTABLE INSULIN LISPRO RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020563-002 HUMALOG PEN INJECTABLE INSULIN LISPRO RECOMBINANT Discontinued —
020563-003 HUMALOG KWIKPEN INJECTABLE INSULIN LISPRO RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020563-004 HUMALOG KWIKPEN INJECTABLE INSULIN LISPRO RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020563-005 HUMALOG TEMPO PEN INJECTABLE INSULIN LISPRO RECOMBINANT Prescription —

Approval history

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Most recent submissions on application 020563.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 214 Labeling Approved May 7, 2025 Standard
Supplement 202 Labeling Approved July 21, 2023 Standard
Supplement 199 Labeling Approved November 15, 2019 901 Required
Supplement 198 Labeling Approved November 15, 2019 Standard
Supplement 196 Labeling Approved November 15, 2019 Standard
Supplement 195 Labeling Approved August 13, 2019 Standard
Supplement 190 Labeling Approved December 11, 2018 Standard
Supplement 191 Labeling Approved November 1, 2018 Standard
Supplement 176 Labeling Approved June 6, 2017 Standard
Supplement 172 Labeling Approved January 6, 2017 Standard
Supplement 161 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 10, 2015 Standard
Supplement 163 Labeling Approved June 12, 2015 Standard
Supplement 159 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 11, 2015 Standard
Supplement 124 Labeling Approved March 13, 2015 Standard
Supplement 157 Labeling Approved February 25, 2015 901 Required
Supplement 156 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 26, 2015 Standard
Supplement 155 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved November 11, 2014 Standard
Supplement 152 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 12, 2014 Standard
Supplement 51 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 31, 2014 Standard
Supplement 150 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 4, 2014 Standard
Supplement 149 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 11, 2014 Standard
Supplement 148 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 3, 2014 Standard
Supplement 147 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 1, 2014 Standard
Supplement 145 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 18, 2014 Standard
Supplement 144 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 4, 2014 Standard
Supplement 143 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 31, 2014 Standard
Supplement 146 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 24, 2014 Standard
Supplement 133 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 6, 2013 Standard
Supplement 139 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved August 21, 2013 Standard
Supplement 142 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved August 15, 2013 Standard
Supplement 141 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 18, 2013 Standard
Supplement 131 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 12, 2013 Standard
Supplement 134 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved May 10, 2013 Standard
Supplement 137 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 28, 2013 Standard
Supplement 135 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 14, 2013 Standard
Supplement 115 Labeling Approved March 11, 2013 Standard
Supplement 132 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved February 15, 2013 Standard
Supplement 127 Labeling Approved January 30, 2013 Standard
Supplement 123 Efficacy Approved October 14, 2012 Standard
Supplement 117 Labeling Approved October 30, 2011 Standard
Supplement 105 Efficacy Approved May 18, 2011 Standard
Supplement 98 Labeling Approved May 18, 2011 Unknown
Supplement 91 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 16, 2009 Standard
Supplement 64 Labeling Approved September 7, 2007 Standard
Supplement 75 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 6, 2007 Standard
Supplement 65 Labeling Approved August 22, 2007 Standard
Supplement 82 Labeling Approved July 22, 2007 Standard
Supplement 76 Labeling Approved June 14, 2007 Standard
Supplement 60 Labeling Approved November 9, 2005 Standard
Supplement 54 Labeling Approved May 20, 2005 Standard
Supplement 24 Efficacy Approved June 2, 2004 Standard
Supplement 46 Labeling Approved April 21, 2004 Standard
Supplement 36 Labeling Approved January 16, 2004 Standard
Supplement 44 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved November 19, 2003 Standard
Supplement 41 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 29, 2003 Standard
Supplement 40 Labeling Approved June 24, 2003 Standard
Supplement 32 Labeling Approved April 1, 2003 Standard
Supplement 27 Labeling Approved February 12, 2003 Standard
Supplement 16 Labeling Approved January 2, 2003 Standard
Supplement 35 Efficacy Approved October 25, 2002 Standard

Review documents

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Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260616). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260616 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20240215

Recent Major Changes

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Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 ) 01/2026

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE HUMALOG is indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. HUMALOG is a rapid acting human insulin analog indicated to improve glycemic control in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. ( 1 )

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See Full Prescribing Information for important administration instructions. ( 2.1 , 2.2 , 2.3 , 2.4 ) Subcutaneous injection ( 2.2 ): Administer HUMALOG ® U-100 or U-200 by subcutaneous injection into the abdominal wall, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks within 15 minutes before a meal or immediately after a meal. Rotate injection sites to reduce risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. Continuous subcutaneous infusion (Insulin Pump) ( 2.2 ): Refer to the insulin infusion pump user manual to see if HUMALOG can be used. Use in accordance with the insulin pump instructions for use. Administer HUMALOG U-100 by continuous subcutaneous infusion using an insulin pump in a region recommended in the instructions from the pump manufacturer. Rotate infusion sites to reduce risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. DO NOT administer HUMALOG U-200 by continuous subcutaneous infusion. Intravenous Infusion ( 2.2 ): Administer HUMALOG U-100 by intravenous infusion ONLY after dilution and under medical supervision. DO NOT administer HUMALOG U-200 by intravenous infusion. The dosage of HUMALOG must be individualized based on the route of administration and the individual's metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring results and glycemic control goal. ( 2.3 ) Do not perform dose conversion when using the HUMALOG U-100 or U-200 prefilled pens. The dose window shows the number of insulin units to be delivered and no conversion is needed. ( 2.1 , 2.3 ) Do not mix HUMALOG U-200 with any other insulin. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Important Administration Instructions Always check insulin labels before administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . Inspect HUMALOG visually before use. It should appear clear and colorless. Do not use HUMALOG if particulate matter or coloration is seen. Use HUMALOG prefilled pens with caution in patients with visual impairment that may rely on audible clicks to dial their dose. Do NOT mix HUMALOG U-100 with other insulins when using a continuous subcutaneous infusion pump. Do NOT transfer HUMALOG U-200 from the prefilled pen to a syringe for administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . Do NOT perform dose conversion when using any HUMALOG U-100 or U-200 prefilled pens. The dose window shows the number of insulin units to be delivered and no conversion is needed. 2.2 Administration Instructions for the Approved Routes of Administration Subcutaneous Injection: HUMALOG U-100 or U-200 Administer the dose of HUMALOG U-100 or HUMALOG U-200 within fifteen minutes before a meal or immediately after a meal by injection into the subcutaneous tissue of the abdominal wall, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks. Rotate the injection site within the same region from one injection to the next (abdominal wall, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks) to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. Do not inject into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 ) and Adverse Reactions ( 6 )] . During changes to a patient's insulin regimen, increase the frequency of blood glucose monitoring [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . HUMALOG administered by subcutaneous injection should generally be used in regimens with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin. The HUMALOG U-100 KwikPen, HUMALOG U-100 Tempo Pen, and HUMALOG U-200 KwikPen each dial in 1 unit increments and delivers a maximum dose of 60 units per injection. The HUMALOG U-100 Junior KwikPen dials in 0.5 unit increments and delivers a maximum dose of 30 units per injection. Subcutaneous Injection: Diluted HUMALOG U-100 HUMALOG U-100 may be diluted with Sterile Diluent for HUMALOG for subcutaneous injection ONLY under medical supervision. Dilute one part HUMALOG U-100 to: Nine parts diluent to yield a concentration one-tenth that of HUMALOG U-100 (equivalent to U-10). One part diluent to yield a concentration one-half that of HUMALOG U-100 (equivalent to U-50). D …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) clear and colorless solution available as: 10 mL multiple-dose vial 3 mL multiple-dose vial 3 mL single-patient-use KwikPen prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use Tempo Pen prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use Junior KwikPen prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use cartridges Injection: 200 units/mL (U-200) clear and colorless solution available as: 3 mL single-patient-use KwikPen prefilled pen Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) is available as: ( 3 ) 10 mL multiple-dose vial 3 mL multiple-dose vial 3 mL single-patient-use KwikPen ® prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use Tempo PenTM prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use Junior KwikPen ® prefilled pen 3 mL single-patient-use cartridges Injection: 200 units/mL (U-200) is available as: ( 3 ) 3 mL single-patient-use KwikPen ® prefilled pen

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS HUMALOG is contraindicated: during episodes of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . in patients who are hypersensitive to insulin lispro or to any of the excipients in HUMALOG [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Do not use during episodes of hypoglycemia. ( 4 ) Do not use in patients with hypersensitivity to insulin lispro or any of the excipients in HUMALOG. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Never share a HUMALOG prefilled pen, cartridge, reusable pen compatible with Lilly 3 mL cartridges, or syringe between patients, even if the needle is changed. ( 5.1 ) Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen: Make changes to a patient's insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, injection site or method of administration) under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. ( 5.2 ) Hypoglycemia: May be life-threatening. Monitor blood glucose and increase monitoring frequency with changes to insulin dosage, use of glucose lowering medications, meal pattern, physical activity; in patients with renal or hepatic impairment; and in patients with hypoglycemia unawareness. ( 5.3 , 7 , 8.6 , 8.7 ) Hypoglycemia Due to Medication Errors: Accidental mix-ups between insulin products can occur. Instruct patients to check insulin labels before injection. Do not transfer HUMALOG U-200 from the HUMALOG prefilled pen to a syringe as overdosage and severe hypoglycemia can result. ( 5.4 ) Hypersensitivity Reactions: May be life-threatening. Discontinue HUMALOG, monitor and treat if indicated. ( 5.5 ) Hypokalemia: May be life-threatening. Monitor potassium levels in patients at risk of hypokalemia and treat if indicated. ( 5.6 ) Fluid Retention and Heart Failure with Concomitant Use of Thiazolidinediones (TZDs): Observe for signs and symptoms of heart failure; consider dosage reduction or discontinuation if heart failure occurs. ( 5.7 ) Hyperglycemia and Ketoacidosis Due to Insulin Pump Device Malfunction: Monitor glucose and administer HUMALOG U-100 by subcutaneous injection if pump malfunction occurs. ( 5.8 ) 5.1 Never Share a HUMALOG Prefilled Pen, Cartridge, Reusable Pen Compatible with Lilly 3 mL Cartridges 1 , or Syringe Between Patients HUMALOG prefilled pens, cartridges, and reusable pens compatible with Lilly 3 mL cartridges must never be shared between patients, even if the needle is changed. Patients using HUMALOG vials must never share needles or syringes with another person. Sharing poses a risk for transmission of blood-borne pathogens. 5.2 Hyperglycemia or Hypoglycemia with Changes in Insulin Regimen Changes in an insulin regimen (e.g., insulin strength, manufacturer, type, injection site or method of administration) may affect glycemic control and predispose to hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] or hyperglycemia. Repeated insulin injections into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis have been reported to result in hyperglycemia; and a sudden change in the injection site (to an unaffected area) has been reported to result in hypoglycemia [see Adverse Reactions ( 6 )] . Make any changes to a patient's insulin regimen under close medical supervision with increased frequency of blood glucose monitoring. Advise patients who have repeatedly injected into areas of lipodystrophy or localized cutaneous amyloidosis to change the injection site to unaffected areas and closely monitor for hypoglycemia. For patients with type 2 diabetes, dosage adjustments of concomitant antidiabetic products may be needed. 5.3 Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction associated with insulins, including HUMALOG. Severe hypoglycemia can cause seizures, may be life-threatening, or cause death. Hypoglycemia can impair concentration ability and reaction time; this may place an individual and others at risk in situations where these abilities are important (e.g., driving or operating other machinery). Hypoglycemia can happen suddenly, and symptoms may differ in each individual and change over time in the same individual. Symptomatic awareness of hypoglycemia may be less pronounced in patients with longstanding diabetes, in patients with diabetic nerve disease, in patients using medications that block the sympathetic nervous system (e.g., beta-blockers) [see Drug Interactions ( 7 )] , or in patients who experie …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed elsewhere: Hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . Hypoglycemia Due to Medication Errors [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )]. Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )]. Hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] . Adverse reactions associated with HUMALOG include hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, pruritus, and rash. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Eli Lilly and Company at 1-800-LillyRx (1-800-545-5979) or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying designs, the adverse reaction rates reported in one clinical trial may not be easily compared with those rates reported in another clinical trial, and may not reflect the rates actually observed in clinical practice. Common adverse reactions, excluding hypoglycemia, were defined as events that occurred in ≥5% of patients treated with insulin lispro or regular human insulin. The frequencies of adverse reactions during HUMALOG clinical trials in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus are listed in the tables below. Table 1: Adverse Reactions That Occurred in ≥5% in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus HUMALOG (%) (n=81) Regular human insulin (%) (n=86) Flu syndrome 34.6 32.6 Pharyngitis 33.3 33.7 Rhinitis 24.7 29.1 Headache 29.6 22.1 Pain 19.8 16.3 Cough increased 17.3 17.4 Infection 13.6 20.9 Nausea 6.2 15.1 Accidental injury 8.6 11.6 Surgical procedure 6.2 14.0 Fever 6.2 11.6 Abdominal pain 7.4 8.1 Asthenia 7.4 8.1 Bronchitis 7.4 7.0 Diarrhea 8.6 5.8 Dysmenorrhea 6.2 7.0 Myalgia 7.4 5.8 Urinary tract infection 6.2 4.7 Table 2: Adverse Reactions That Occurred in ≥5% in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus HUMALOG (%) (n=714) Regular human insulin (%) (n=709) Headache 11.6 9.3 Pain 10.8 10.0 Infection 10.1 7.6 Pharyngitis 6.6 8.2 Rhinitis 8.1 6.6 Flu syndrome 6.2 8.2 Surgical procedure 7.4 6.8 Insulin initiation and intensification of glucose control Intensification or rapid improvement in glucose control has been associated with a transitory, reversible ophthalmologic refraction disorder, worsening of diabetic retinopathy, and acute painful peripheral neuropathy. However, long-term glycemic control decreases the risk of diabetic retinopathy and neuropathy. Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most commonly observed adverse reaction in patients using insulin, including HUMALOG. Lipodystrophy Long-term use of insulin, including HUMALOG, can cause lipodystrophy at the site of repeated insulin injections or infusion. Lipodystrophy includes lipohypertrophy (thickening of adipose tissue) and lipoatrophy (thinning of adipose tissue), and may affect insulin absorption [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] . Weight gain Weight gain can occur with insulins, including HUMALOG, and has been attributed to the anabolic effects of insulin and the decrease in glucosuria. Peripheral Edema Insulins, including HUMALOG, may cause sodium retention and edema, particularly if previously poor metabolic control is improved by intensified insulin therapy. Adverse Reactions with Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII) — HUMALOG U-100 In a 12-week, randomized, crossover study in adult patients with type 1 diabetes (n=39), the rates of catheter occlusions and infusion site reactions were similar for HUMALOG U-100 and regular human insulin treated patients ( see Table 3 ). Table 3: Catheter Occlusions and Infusion Site Reactions HUMALOG U-100 (n=38) Regular human insulin (n=39) Catheter occlusions/month 0.09 0.10 Infusion site reactions 2.6% (1/38) 2.6% (1/39) In a randomized, 16-week, open-label, parallel design study of pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes, adverse reactions related to infusion-site reactions were similar for insulin lispro and insulin aspart (21% of 100 patients versus 17% of 198 patie …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS The table below includes clinically significant drug interactions with HUMALOG. Drugs That May Increase the Risk of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analogs (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics. Intervention: Dose adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when HUMALOG is co-administered with these drugs. Drugs That May Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of HUMALOG Drugs: Atypical antipsychotics (e.g., olanzapine and clozapine), corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones. Intervention: Dose adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when HUMALOG is co-administered with these drugs. Drugs That May Increase or Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of HUMALOG Drugs: Alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, and lithium salts. Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. Intervention: Dose adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when HUMALOG is co-administered with these drugs. Drugs That May Blunt Signs and Symptoms of Hypoglycemia Drugs: Beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine and reserpine. Intervention: Increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when HUMALOG is co-administered with these drugs. Drugs that may increase the risk of hypoglycemia: antidiabetic agents, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor blocking agents, disopyramide, fibrates, fluoxetine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, pentoxifylline, pramlintide, salicylates, somatostatin analog (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics ( 7 ). Drugs that may decrease the blood glucose lowering effect: atypical antipsychotics, corticosteroids, danazol, diuretics, estrogens, glucagon, isoniazid, niacin, oral contraceptives, phenothiazines, progestogens (e.g., in oral contraceptives), protease inhibitors, somatropin, sympathomimetic agents (e.g., albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), and thyroid hormones ( 7 ). Drugs that may increase or decrease the blood glucose lowering effect: alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, lithium salts, and pentamidine ( 7 ). Drugs that may blunt the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia: beta-blockers, clonidine, guanethidine, and reserpine ( 7 ).

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Published studies with insulin lispro used during pregnancy have not reported an association between insulin lispro and the induction of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes (see Data) . There are risks to the mother and fetus associated with poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy (see Clinical Considerations) . Pregnant rats and rabbits were exposed to insulin lispro in animal reproduction studies during organogenesis. No adverse effects on embryo/fetal viability or morphology were observed in offspring of rats exposed to insulin lispro at a dose approximately 3 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit insulin lispro/kg/day. No adverse effects on embryo/fetal development were observed in offspring of rabbits exposed to insulin lispro at doses up to approximately 0.2 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day (see Data) . The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6-10% in women with pre-gestational diabetes with a HbA1c >7 and has been reported to be as high as 20-25% in women with a HbA1c >10. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Clinical Considerations Disease-associated maternal and/or embryo/fetal risk Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, pre-eclampsia, spontaneous abortions, preterm delivery, and delivery complications. Poorly controlled diabetes increases the fetal risk for major birth defects, stillbirth, and macrosomia related morbidity. Data Human Data Published data from retrospective studies and meta-analyses do not report an association with insulin lispro and major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes when insulin lispro is used during pregnancy. However, these studies cannot definitely establish or exclude the absence of any risk because of methodological limitations including small sample size, selection bias, confounding by unmeasured factors, and some lacking comparator groups. Animal Data In a combined fertility and embryo-fetal development study, female rats were given subcutaneous insulin lispro injections of 1, 5, and 20 units/kg/day (0.2, 0.8, and 3 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit insulin lispro/kg/day, based on units/body surface area, respectively) from 2 weeks prior to cohabitation through Gestation Day 19. There were no adverse effects on female fertility, implantation, or fetal viability and morphology. However, fetal growth retardation was produced at the 20 units/kg/day-dose as indicated by decreased fetal weight and an increased incidence of fetal runts/litter. In an embryo-fetal development study in pregnant rabbits, insulin lispro doses of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.75 unit/kg/day (0.03, 0.08, and 0.2 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit insulin lispro/kg/day, based on units/body surface area, respectively) were injected subcutaneously on Gestation days 7 through 19. There were no adverse effects on fetal viability, weight, and morphology at any dose. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary Available data from published literature suggests that exogenous human insulin products, including insulin lispro, are transferred into human milk. There are no adverse reactions reported in breastfed infants in the literature. There are no data on the effects of exogenous human insulin products, including insulin lispro, on milk production. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for insulin, any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from HUMALOG or from the underlying maternal condition. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of HUMALOG to improve glycemic control have been established in pediatric pat …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action Regulation of glucose metabolism is the primary activity of insulins and insulin analogs, including insulin lispro. Insulins lower blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake by skeletal muscle and fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Insulins inhibit lipolysis and proteolysis, and enhance protein synthesis.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting human insulin analog produced by recombinant DNA technology utilizing a non-pathogenic laboratory strain of Escherichia coli . Insulin lispro differs from human insulin in that the amino acid proline at position B28 is replaced by lysine and the lysine in position B29 is replaced by proline. Chemically, it is Lys(B28), Pro(B29) human insulin analog and has the empirical formula C 257 H 383 N 65 O 77 S 6 and a molecular weight of 5.808 kDa, both identical to that of human insulin. Insulin lispro has the following primary structure: HUMALOG (insulin lispro) injection is a sterile, clear, and colorless solution for subcutaneous or intravenous use. Each mL of HUMALOG U-100 contains 100 units of insulin lispro, and the inactive ingredients: dibasic sodium phosphate (1.0 mg), glycerin (16 mg), metacresol (3.15 mg), trace amounts of phenol, zinc oxide (content adjusted to provide 0.0197 mg zinc ion), and Water for Injection, USP. Each mL of HUMALOG U-200 contains 200 units of insulin lispro, and the inactive ingredients: glycerin (16 mg), metacresol (3.15 mg), trace amounts of phenol, tromethamine (5 mg), zinc oxide (content adjusted to provide 0.046 mg zinc ion), and Water for Injection, USP. HUMALOG has a pH of 7.0 to 7.8. Hydrochloric acid 10% and/or sodium hydroxide 10% is added to adjust the pH. Primary Structure

10 OVERDOSAGE Excess insulin administration may cause hypoglycemia and hypokalemia. Mild episodes of hypoglycemia usually can be treated with oral glucose. Adjustments in drug dosage, meal patterns, or exercise may be needed. More severe episodes with coma, seizure, or neurologic impairment may be treated with a glucagon product for emergency use or concentrated intravenous glucose. Sustained carbohydrate intake and observation may be necessary because hypoglycemia may recur after apparent clinical recovery. Hypokalemia must be corrected appropriately.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING 16.1 How Supplied HUMALOG (insulin lispro) injection is a clear and colorless solution available as: a Tempo Pen contains a component that allows for data connectivity when used with a compatible transmitter. HUMALOG Total Volume Concentration NDC Number Package Size U-100 multiple-dose vial 10 mL 100 units/mL 0002-7510-01 1 vial U-100 multiple-dose vial 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-7510-17 1 vial U-100 multiple-dose vial 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-7533-01 1 vial U-100 single-patient-use cartridge 1 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-7516-59 5 cartridges U-100 single-patient-use KwikPen 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-8799-59 5 pens U-100 single-patient-use Tempo Pen a 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-8213-05 5 pens U-100 single-patient-use Junior KwikPen 3 mL 100 units/mL 0002-7714-59 5 pens U-200 single-patient-use KwikPen 3 mL 200 units/mL 0002-7712-27 2 pens The U-100 KwikPen, U-100 Tempo Pen, and U-200 KwikPen dial in 1-unit increments. The U-100 Junior KwikPen dials in 0.5-unit increments. Each prefilled pen, cartridge, and reusable pen compatible with Lilly 3 mL cartridges is for single-patient-use only. HUMALOG prefilled pens, cartridges, and reusable pens compatible with Lilly 3 mL cartridges must never be shared between patients, even if the needle is changed. Patients using HUMALOG vials must never share needles or syringes with another person. 16.2 Storage and Handling Dispense in the original sealed carton with the enclosed Instructions for Use. Protect from direct heat and light. Do not freeze and do not use if it has been frozen. See table below for storage information: * When stored at room temperature, HUMALOG U-100 and U-200 can only be used for a total of 28 days, including both not in-use (unopened) and in-use (opened) storage time. Not In-Use (Unopened) Room Temperature (Up to 86°F [30°C]) Not In-Use (Unopened) Refrigerated (36° to 46°F [2° to 8°C]) In-Use (Opened) (see temperature below) HUMALOG U-100* 10 mL multiple-dose vial 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Refrigerated or room temperature. 3 mL multiple-dose vial 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Refrigerated or room temperature. 3 mL single-patient-use cartridge 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate) 3 mL single-patient-use Humalog KwikPen 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate) 3 mL single-patient-use Humalog Tempo Pen 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate) 3 mL single-patient-use Humalog Junior KwikPen 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate) HUMALOG U-200* 3 mL single-patient-use Humalog KwikPen 28 days Until expiration date 28 days Room temperature only (Do not refrigerate) Use in an External Insulin Pump — Change the HUMALOG U-100 in the reservoir at least every 7 days, or according to the pump user manual, whichever is shorter, or after exposure to temperatures that exceed 98.6°F (37°C). Storage of Diluted HUMALOG U-100 for Subcutaneous Injection — Diluted HUMALOG for subcutaneous injection may be stored for 28 days when refrigerated at 41°F (5°C) and for 14 days at room temperature up to 86°F (30°C) [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )]. Do not dilute HUMALOG contained in a cartridge or HUMALOG used in an external insulin pump. Storage of Intravenous Infusion Preparations with HUMALOG U-100 Intravenous infusion bags prepared with HUMALOG U-100 may be stored for 48 hours when refrigerated at 36° to 46°F (2° to 8°C). The prepared intravenous infusions bags may then be used at room temperature for up to an additional 48 hours [see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2 )] .

16.1 How Supplied HUMALOG (insulin lispro) injection is a clear and colorless solution available as: a Tempo Pen contains a component that allows for data connectivity when used with a compatible transmitter. HUMALOG Total Volume Concentration NDC Number Package Size U-100 multiple-dose vial 10 mL 100 units/mL 0002 …

Adverse event reports

Source: openFDA FAERS
139,155
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: INSULIN LISPRO. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Recalls

Source: FDA Enforcement
Drug recall enforcement reports associated with this product.
Classification Reported Firm Reason Status
Class II April 24, 2024 Eli Lilly & Company CGMP Deviations Completed
Class I May 25, 2022 Cardinal Health Inc. TEMPERATURE ABUSE: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions due to inclement weather. Completed

Packaging and NDCs

Source: NDC Directory
Every National Drug Code package associated with this medication. The NDC is the identifier used for dispensing, billing and pharmacovigilance in the United States.
Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
50090-1375-0 50090-1375 A-S Medication Solutions 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (50090-1375-0) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL November 28, 2014
50090-1663-0 50090-1663 A-S Medication Solutions 5 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-1663-0) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE January 23, 2015
50090-4073-0 50090-4073 A-S Medication Solutions 5 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (50090-4073-0) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE January 21, 2019
50090-4488-0 50090-4488 A-S Medication Solutions 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (50090-4488-0) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL August 29, 2019
0002-7510-01 0002-7510 Eli Lilly and Company 1 VIAL in 1 CARTON (0002-7510-01) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL July 24, 1996
0002-7516-59 0002-7516 Eli Lilly and Company 5 CARTRIDGE in 1 CARTON (0002-7516-59) / 3 mL in 1 CARTRIDGE (0002-7516-01) July 26, 2000
0002-7712-27 0002-7712 Eli Lilly and Company 2 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-7712-27) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-7712-01) May 26, 2015
0002-7714-59 0002-7714 Eli Lilly and Company 5 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-7714-59) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-7714-01) September 14, 2017
0002-8213-05 0002-8213 Eli Lilly and Company 5 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-8213-05) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-8213-01) November 15, 2019
0002-8799-59 0002-8799 Eli Lilly and Company 5 SYRINGE in 1 CARTON (0002-8799-59) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE (0002-8799-01) January 16, 2008
50090-1375 50090-1375 A-S Medication Solutions — June 14, 1996
50090-1663 50090-1663 A-S Medication Solutions — September 6, 2007
50090-4073 50090-4073 A-S Medication Solutions — September 6, 2007
50090-4488 50090-4488 A-S Medication Solutions — June 14, 1996
0002-7510 0002-7510 Eli Lilly and Company — June 14, 1996
0002-7516 0002-7516 Eli Lilly and Company — February 20, 1998
0002-7712 0002-7712 Eli Lilly and Company — May 26, 2015
0002-7714 0002-7714 Eli Lilly and Company — June 6, 2017
0002-8213 0002-8213 Eli Lilly and Company — June 6, 2017
0002-8799 0002-8799 Eli Lilly and Company — September 6, 2007

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