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NOVOLOG

insulin aspart · Injection, Solution

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Overview

Brand name
NOVOLOG
Generic name
insulin aspart
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Intravenous
Marketing category
BLA · BLA
Labeler
Novo Nordisk
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
1
NDC product codes
9
Packages
12
Data completeness
80% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Insulin Aspart 100 [iU]/mL 1986354 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Intravenous
Presentations
21

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

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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 [CS] CS All 21 members

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
020986
Application type
BLA · Biologics License Application
Approval date
June 7, 2000
Sponsor
NOVO NORDISK INC
Products on application
5
Submissions recorded
53
Products approved under application 020986.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
020986-001 NOVOLOG INJECTABLE INSULIN ASPART RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020986-002 NOVOLOG PENFILL INJECTABLE INSULIN ASPART RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020986-003 NOVOLOG FLEXPEN INJECTABLE INSULIN ASPART RECOMBINANT Prescription —
020986-004 NOVOLOG INNOLET INJECTABLE INSULIN ASPART RECOMBINANT Discontinued —
020986-005 NOVOLOG FLEXTOUCH INJECTABLE INSULIN ASPART RECOMBINANT Discontinued —

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 020986.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 96 Labeling Approved February 28, 2023 Standard
Supplement 95 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved October 22, 2021 N/A
Supplement 93 Labeling Approved March 23, 2021 Standard
Supplement 91 Labeling Approved November 15, 2019 901 Required
Supplement 90 Labeling Approved November 15, 2019 Standard
Supplement 87 Labeling Approved December 20, 2018 Standard
Supplement 79 Labeling Approved March 16, 2017 Standard
Supplement 84 Labeling Approved October 7, 2016 Standard
Supplement 82 Labeling Approved April 17, 2015 Standard
Supplement 81 Labeling Approved February 25, 2015 901 Required
Supplement 59 Labeling Approved February 25, 2015 Unknown
Supplement 80 Labeling Approved January 23, 2015 Standard
Supplement 78 Efficacy Approved January 14, 2015 Standard
Supplement 77 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 4, 2014 Standard
Supplement 76 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved September 4, 2014 Standard
Supplement 74 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 4, 2014 Standard
Supplement 75 Labeling Approved February 25, 2014 Standard
Supplement 61 Labeling Approved October 31, 2013 Standard
Supplement 67 Labeling Approved March 9, 2013 Standard
Supplement 64 Labeling Approved December 13, 2012 Standard
Supplement 62 Labeling Approved November 28, 2012 Unknown
Supplement 57 Labeling Approved November 5, 2012 Standard
Supplement 60 Labeling Approved June 25, 2010 Unknown
Supplement 58 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 25, 2010 N/A
Supplement 55 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 17, 2009 N/A
Supplement 45 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 14, 2009 N/A
Supplement 54 Labeling Approved May 7, 2009 Standard
Supplement 53 Labeling Approved November 28, 2008 Standard
Supplement 50 Labeling Approved September 3, 2008 Standard
Supplement 49 Labeling Approved September 3, 2008 Standard
Supplement 47 Efficacy Approved March 14, 2008 Standard
Supplement 37 Efficacy Approved January 26, 2007 Unknown
Supplement 40 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved October 27, 2006 Standard
Supplement 32 Efficacy Approved October 21, 2005 Unknown
Supplement 33 Efficacy Approved September 13, 2005 Priority
Supplement 19 Labeling Approved October 8, 2004 Standard
Supplement 24 Labeling Approved July 30, 2004 Standard
Supplement 23 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 23, 2004 Standard
Supplement 20 Labeling Approved March 19, 2004 Standard
Supplement 16 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved December 4, 2002 Standard
Supplement 11 Efficacy Approved December 4, 2002 Standard
Supplement 15 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved November 19, 2002 Standard
Supplement 10 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 29, 2002 Standard
Supplement 4 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 11, 2002 Standard
Supplement 2 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved April 11, 2002 Standard
Supplement 9 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved March 5, 2002 Standard
Supplement 3 Efficacy Approved December 21, 2001 Standard
Supplement 8 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved November 20, 2001 Standard
Supplement 6 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved August 31, 2001 Standard
Supplement 7 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved July 27, 2001 Standard
Supplement 5 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved June 26, 2001 Standard
Supplement 1 Manufacturing (CMC) Approved January 19, 2001 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved June 7, 2000 Standard

Review documents

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20231209). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20231209 HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20230228

Indications and Usage

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

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION See Full Prescribing Information for important preparation, administration, and dosage instructions ( 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 ). • Subcutaneous injection ( 2.2 ): o Inject subcutaneously within 5-10 minutes before a meal into the abdominal area, thigh, buttocks or upper arm. o Rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next to reduce risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. o Should generally be used in regimens with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin. • Continuous Subcutaneous Infusion (Insulin Pump) ( 2.2 ): o Refer to the insulin infusion pump user manual to see if NOVOLOG can be used. Use in accordance with the insulin pump instructions for use. o Administer by continuous subcutaneous infusion using an insulin pump in a region recommended in the instructions from the pump manufacturer. o Rotate the injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis. o Do not mix with other insulins or diluents in the pump. • Intravenous Administration ( 2.2 ) : o Dilute NOVOLOG to concentrations from 0.05 unit/mL to 1 unit/mL insulin aspart in infusion systems using polypropylene infusion bags. o NOVOLOG is stable in infusion fluids such as 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP. • Individualize and adjust the dosage of NOVOLOG based on route of administration, the individual's metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring results and glycemic control goal ( 2.4 ). • Dosage adjustments may be needed with changes in physical activity, changes in meal patterns (i.e., macronutrient content or timing of food intake), changes in renal or hepatic function or during acute illness ( 2.4 ). 2.1 Important Preparation and Administration Instructions • Always check insulin labels before administration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] . • Inspect NOVOLOG visually before use. It should appear clear and colorless. Do not use NOVOLOG if particulate matter or coloration is seen. • In patients with visual impairment, use: o NOVOLOG FlexPen and NOVOLOG FlexTouch with caution in those who may rely on audible clicks to dial their dose. o PenFill cartridges with caution. • Do not mix NOVOLOG with other insulins when administering using a continuous subcutaneous infusion pump. 2.2 Preparation and Administration Instructions for the Approved Routes of Administration Subcutaneous Injection • Inject NOVOLOG subcutaneously within 5-10 minutes before a meal into the abdominal area, thigh, buttocks or upper arm. • Rotate injection sites within the same region from one injection to the next 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 ( 6.1 , 6.3 )]. • Dial the NOVOLOG FlexPen and FlexTouch in 1-unit increments. • Generally use NOVOLOG (administered by subcutaneous injection) in regimens with an intermediate- or long-acting insulin. • May dilute NOVOLOG with Insulin Diluting Medium for NOVOLOG for subcutaneous injection. Diluting one part NOVOLOG to: o Nine parts diluent will yield a concentration one-tenth that of NOVOLOG (equivalent to U-10). o One part diluent will yield a concentration one-half that of NOVOLOG (equivalent to U-50). Continuous Subcutaneous Infusion (Insulin Pump) • Can use this NOVOLOG product with the continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion pumps labeled for use with NOVOLOG (insulin aspart). Refer to the insulin pump user manual to see if NOVOLOG can be used. Use NOVOLOG in accordance with the insulin pump system’s instructions for use. • Train patients using continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion pump therapy to administer insulin by injection and have alternate insulin therapy available in case of pump failure. • Administer NOVOLOG by continuous subcutaneous infusion in a region recommended in the instructions fro …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) is a clear and colorless solution available as: • 10 mL multiple-dose vial • 3 mL single-patient-use PenFill prefilled cartridge for the 3 mL PenFill cartridge delivery device with NovoFine ® disposable needles • 3 mL single-patient-use FlexPen prefilled pen • 3 mL single-patient-use FlexTouch prefilled pen Injection: 100 units/mL (U-100) of insulin aspart available as: • 10 mL multiple-dose vial ( 3 ) • 3 mL single-patient-use PenFill prefilled cartridge for the 3 mL PenFill cartridge delivery device with NovoFine ® disposable needles ( 3 ) • 3 mL single-patient-use FlexPen ® prefilled pen ( 3 ) • 3 mL single-patient-use FlexTouch ® prefilled pen ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS NOVOLOG is contraindicated: • During episodes of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] • In patients with hypersensitivity to NOVOLOG or one of its excipients, [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] • During episodes of hypoglycemia ( 4 ). • Hypersensitivity to NOVOLOG or one of its excipients.

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Never share a NOVOLOG FlexPen or a NOVOLOG FlexTouch, PenFill cartridge or PenFill cartridge device 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. Increase frequency of glucose monitoring with changes to: insulin dosage, concomitantly administered glucose lowering medications, meal pattern, physical activity; and in patients with renal or hepatic impairments and hypoglycemia unawareness ( 5. 3). • Medication Errors: Accidental mix-ups between insulin products can occur. Instruct patients to check insulin labels before injection ( 5. 4). • Hypersensitivity reactions: Severe, life-threatening, generalized allergy, including anaphylaxis, may occur. Discontinue NOVOLOG, treat, and monitor, 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 NOVOLOG by subcutaneous injection if pump malfunction occurs ( 5.8 ). 5.1 Never Share a NOVOLOG FlexPen, NOVOLOG FlexTouch, PenFill Cartridge, or PenFill Cartridge Device between Patients NOVOLOG FlexPen, NOVOLOG FlexTouch, PenFill cartridge, and PenFill cartridge devices should never be shared between patients, even if the needle is changed. Patients using NOVOLOG 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 ( 6.1 , 6.3 )]. 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 anti-diabetic products may be needed. 5.3 Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most common adverse reaction of all insulins, including NOVOLOG. Severe hypoglycemia can cause seizures, may lead to unconsciousness, 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 experience recurrent hypoglycemia. Risk Factors for Hypoglycemia The risk of hypoglycemia after an injection is rel …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are also 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 observed with NOVOLOG include: hypoglycemia, allergic reactions, local injection site reactions, lipodystrophy, rash, and pruritus ( 6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Novo Nordisk Inc. at 1-800-727-6500 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trial Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying designs, the adverse reaction rates reported in one clinical trial may not be easily compared to those rates reported in another clinical trial, and may not reflect the rates actually observed in clinical practice. The safety of NOVOLOG was evaluated in two treat-to-target trials of 6 months duration, conducted in patients with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes [see Clinical Studies (14) ]. The data in Table 1 reflect the exposure of 596 patients with type 1 diabetes to NOVOLOG in one clinical trial with a mean exposure duration to NOVOLOG of 24 weeks. The mean age was 39 years. Fifty-one percent were male, 94% were Caucasian, 2% were Black and 4% were other races. The mean body mass index (BMI) was 25.6 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 15.7 years and the mean HbA 1c at baseline was 7.9%. The data in Table 2 reflect the exposure of 91 patients with type 2 diabetes to NOVOLOG in one clinical trial with a mean exposure duration to NOVOLOG of 24 weeks. The mean age was 57 years. Sixty-three percent were male, 76% were Caucasian, 9% were Black and 15% were other races. The mean BMI was 29.7 kg/m 2 . The mean duration of diabetes was 12.7 years and the mean HbA 1c at baseline was 8.1%. Common adverse reactions were defined as events that occurred in ≥5%, excluding hypoglycemia, of the population studied. Common adverse events that occurred at the same rate or greater for NOVOLOG-treated patients than in comparator-treated patients during clinical trials in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus (other than hypoglycemia) are listed in Table 1 and Table 2, respectively. Table 1: Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥ 5% of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Adult Patients treated with NOVOLOG and at the same rate or greater on NOVOLOG than on comparator NOVOLOG + NPH (%) (n= 596) Regular Human Insulin + NPH (%) (n= 286) Headache 12 10 Injury accidental 11 10 Nausea 7 5 Diarrhea 5 3 Table 2: Adverse reactions that occurred in ≥ 5% of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Adult Patients treated with NOVOLOG and at the same rate or greater on NOVOLOG than on comparator NOVOLOG + NPH (%) (n= 91) Human Regular Insulin + NPH (%) (n= 91) Hyporeflexia 11 7 Onychomycosis 10 5 Sensory disturbance 9 7 Urinary tract infection 8 7 Chest pain 5 3 Headache 5 3 Skin disorder 5 2 Abdominal pain 5 1 Sinusitis 5 1 Severe Hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia is the most commonly observed adverse reaction in patients using insulin, including NOVOLOG . The rates of reported hypoglycemia depend on the definition of hypoglycemia used, diabetes type, insulin dose, intensity of glucose control, background therapies, and other intrinsic and extrinsic patient factors. For these reasons, comparing rates of hypoglycemia in clinical trials for NOVOLOG with the incidence of hypoglycemia for other products may be misleading and also, may not be representative of hypoglycemia rates that will occur in clinical practice. Severe hypoglycemia was defined as hypoglycemia associated with central nervous system symptoms and requiring the intervention of another person or hospitalization. The incidence of severe hypoglycemia in: • Adult and pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus who received subcutaneous NOVOLOG was 17% at 24 weeks and 6% at 24 weeks, respective …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS The table below presents clinically significant drug interactions with NOVOLOG. 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 analog (e.g., octreotide), and sulfonamide antibiotics. Intervention: Dose adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when NOVOLOG is concomitantly administered with these drugs. Drugs That May Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of NOVOLOG 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 NOVOLOG is concomitantly administered with these drugs. Drugs That May Increase or Decrease the Blood Glucose Lowering Effect of NOVOLOG Drugs: Alcohol, beta-blockers, clonidine, and lithium salts. Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. Pentamidine may cause hypoglycemia, which may sometimes be followed by hyperglycemia. Intervention: Dose adjustment and increased frequency of glucose monitoring may be required when NOVOLOG is concomitantly 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 NOVOLOG is concomitantly 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 Available information from published randomized controlled trials with insulin aspart use during the second trimester of pregnancy have not reported an association with insulin aspart and major birth defects 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] . In animal reproduction studies, administration of subcutaneous insulin aspart to pregnant rats and rabbits during the period of organogenesis did not cause adverse developmental effects at exposures 8-times and equal to the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day, respectively. Pre- and post-implantation losses and visceral/skeletal abnormalities were seen at higher exposures, which are considered secondary to maternal hypoglycemia. These effects were similar to those observed in rats administered regular human insulin [see Data] . In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. The estimated background risk of major birth defects is 6 to 10% in women with pre-gestational diabetes with a periconceptional HbA 1c >7% and has been reported to be as high as 20 to 25% in women with a periconceptional HbA 1c >10%. The estimated background risk of miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. Clinical Considerations Disease-Associated Maternal and/or Embryo-Fetal Risk Poorly controlled diabetes in pregnancy increases the maternal risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, preeclampsia, 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 5 randomized controlled trials of 441 pregnant women with diabetes mellitus treated with insulin aspart during the late 2 nd trimester of pregnancy did not identify an association of insulin aspart with major birth defects or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. However, these studies cannot definitely establish the absence of any risk because of methodological limitations, including a variable duration of treatment and small size of the majority of the trials. Animal Data Fertility, embryo-fetal and pre- and postnatal development studies have been performed with insulin aspart and regular human insulin in rats and rabbits. In a combined fertility and embryo-fetal development study in rats, insulin aspart was administered before mating, during mating, and throughout pregnancy. Further, in a pre- and postnatal development study insulin aspart was given throughout pregnancy and during lactation to rats. In an embryo-fetal development study insulin aspart was given to female rabbits during organogenesis. The effects of insulin aspart did not differ from those observed with subcutaneous regular human insulin. Insulin aspart, like human insulin, caused pre- and post-implantation losses and visceral/skeletal abnormalities in rats at a dose of 200 units/kg/day (approximately 32 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day, based on human exposure equivalents) and in rabbits at a dose of 10 units/kg/day (approximately three times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day, based on human exposure equivalents). No significant effects were observed in rats at a dose of 50 units/kg/day and in rabbits at a dose of 3 units/kg/day. These doses are approximately 8 times the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day for rats and equal to the human subcutaneous dose of 1 unit/kg/day for rabbits, based on human exposure equivalents. The effects are considered secondary to maternal hypoglycemia. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of NOVOLOG in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effect on milk production. One small published study repor …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action The primary activity of insulin, including NOVOLOG is the regulation of glucose metabolism. Insulin and its analogs lower blood glucose by stimulating peripheral glucose uptake, especially by skeletal muscle and fat, and by inhibiting hepatic glucose production. Insulin inhibits lipolysis and proteolysis, and enhances protein synthesis.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting human insulin analog homologous with regular human insulin with the exception of a single substitution of the amino acid proline by aspartic acid in position B28, and is produced by recombinant DNA technology utilizing Saccharomyces cerevisiae (baker's yeast). Insulin aspart has the empirical formula C 256 H 381 N 65 0 79 S 6 and a molecular weight of 5825.8 Da. Figure 1. Structural formula of insulin aspart. NOVOLOG (insulin aspart) injection is a sterile, clear, and colorless solution for subcutaneous or intravenous use. Each mL contains 100 units of insulin aspart and the inactive ingredients: disodium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate (1.25 mg), glycerin (16.0 mg), metacresol (1.72 mg), phenol (1.50 mg), sodium chloride (0.58 mg), zinc (19.6 mcg), and Water for Injection, USP. NOVOLOG has a pH of 7.2-7.6. Hydrochloric acid 10% and/or sodium hydroxide 10% may be added to adjust pH. Fig. 1 - Structural Formula of Insulin Aspart

10 OVERDOSAGE Excess insulin administration may cause hypoglycemia and hypokalemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 , 5.6 )] . 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 intramuscular/subcutaneous glucagon 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 NOVOLOG (insulin aspart) injection 100 units/mL (U-100) is available as a clear and colorless solution in: One 10 mL multiple-dose vial per carton NDC 0169-7501-11 ReliOn ® brand NDC 0169-2100-11 Five 3 mL single-patient-use FlexPen prefilled pens per carton NDC 0169-6339-10 ReliOn ® brand NDC 0169-2101-25 Five 3 mL single-patient-use PenFill prefilled cartridges* per carton NDC 0169-3303-12 Five 3 mL single-patient-use FlexTouch prefilled pens per carton NDC 0169-6338-10 *NOVOLOG PenFill cartridges are designed for use with compatible insulin delivery devices with NovoFine disposable needles. FlexPen and FlexTouch can be used with NovoFine or NovoTwist disposable needles. The NOVOLOG FlexPen and FlexTouch dial in 1-unit increments. 16.2 Recommended Storage Dispense in the original sealed carton with the enclosed Instructions for Use. Store unused NOVOLOG in a refrigerator between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). Do not freeze NOVOLOG and do not use NOVOLOG if it has been frozen. Do not expose NOVOLOG to excessive heat or light. Do not withdraw NOVOLOG into a syringe and store for later use. Always remove and discard the needle after each injection from the NOVOLOG FlexPen or NOVOLOG FlexTouch and store without a needle attached. The storage conditions are summarized in the following table: Table 9. Storage Conditions for vial, PenFill cartridges, NOVOLOG FlexPen, and NOVOLOG FlexTouch NOVOLOG presentation Not in-use (unopened) Room Temperature (up to 30°C [86°F]) Not in-use (unopened) Refrigerated (2°C to 8°C [36°F to 46°F]) In-use (opened) Room Temperature (up to 30°C [86°F]) 10 mL multiple-dose vial 28 days Until expiration date 28 days* (refrigerated/room temperature) 3 mL single-patient-use PenFill cartridges 28 days Until expiration date 28 days (Do not refrigerate) 3 mL single-patient-use FlexPen 28 days Until expiration date 28 days (Do not refrigerate) 3 mL single-patient-use FlexTouch 28 days Until expiration date 28 days (Do not refrigerate) *For insulin pump use, the total in-use time is 19 days, including 7 days pump in-use time. Storage in External Insulin Pump: Change the NOVOLOG in the pump reservoir at least every 7 days or according to the pump user manual, whichever is shorter, or after exposure to temperatures that exceed 37°C (98.6°F). Storage of Diluted NOVOLOG NOVOLOG diluted with Insulin Diluting Medium for NOVOLOG to a concentration equivalent to U-10 or equivalent to U-50 prepared as indicated under Dosage and Administration (2.2) may remain in patient use at temperatures up to 30°C (86°F) for 28 days. Storage of NOVOLOG in Intravenous Infusion Fluids Infusion bags prepared as indicated under Dosage and Administration (2.2) are stable at room temperature for 24 hours. Some insulin will be initially adsorbed to the material of the infusion.

Adverse event reports

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65,753
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: INSULIN ASPART. 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.

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
50090-1664-0 50090-1664 A-S Medication Solutions 1 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON (50090-1664-0) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS January 23, 2015
50090-1678-0 50090-1678 A-S Medication Solutions 5 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (50090-1678-0) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC January 30, 2015
50090-4500-0 50090-4500 A-S Medication Solutions 5 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (50090-4500-0) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC September 4, 2019
0169-2100-11 0169-2100 Novo Nordisk 1 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON (0169-2100-11) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS May 25, 2021
0169-2101-25 0169-2101 Novo Nordisk 5 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (0169-2101-25) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC (0169-2101-12) May 25, 2021
0169-3303-12 0169-3303 Novo Nordisk 5 CARTRIDGE in 1 CARTON (0169-3303-12) / 3 mL in 1 CARTRIDGE August 27, 2001
0169-3303-90 0169-3303 Novo Nordisk 5 CARTRIDGE in 1 CARTON (0169-3303-90) / 3 mL in 1 CARTRIDGE August 27, 2001
0169-3303-91 0169-3303 Novo Nordisk 1 CARTRIDGE in 1 CARTON (0169-3303-91) / 3 mL in 1 CARTRIDGE August 27, 2001
0169-6339-10 0169-6339 Novo Nordisk 5 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (0169-6339-10) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC January 22, 2003
0169-6339-98 0169-6339 Novo Nordisk 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 CARTON (0169-6339-98) / 3 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC (0169-6339-90) January 22, 2003
0169-7501-11 0169-7501 Novo Nordisk 1 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON (0169-7501-11) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS August 27, 2001
0169-7501-90 0169-7501 Novo Nordisk 1 VIAL, GLASS in 1 CARTON (0169-7501-90) / 10 mL in 1 VIAL, GLASS August 27, 2001
50090-1664 50090-1664 A-S Medication Solutions — August 27, 2001
50090-1678 50090-1678 A-S Medication Solutions — January 22, 2003
50090-4500 50090-4500 A-S Medication Solutions — January 22, 2003
0169-2100 0169-2100 Novo Nordisk — August 27, 2001
0169-2101 0169-2101 Novo Nordisk — January 22, 2003
0169-3303 0169-3303 Novo Nordisk — August 27, 2001
0169-6338 0169-6338 Novo Nordisk — October 31, 2013
0169-6339 0169-6339 Novo Nordisk — January 22, 2003
0169-7501 0169-7501 Novo Nordisk — August 27, 2001

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