Humalog is a rapid-acting insulin licensed to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humalog works, covers the drug's effectiveness, explains how and when to inject the medication, and lists possible side effects.
A skin reaction, skin thickening, or pitting at the injection site are possible Humalog side effects. This eMedTV page also lists potentially serious side effects of Humalog, including signs of an allergic reaction and symptoms of low blood sugar.
Humalog is used for controlling blood sugar after meals in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV resource describes how the drug works, explains whether it can be used in children, and discusses possible off-label Humalog uses.
There is no standard Humalog dosage that will work for all people or for the same person in all situations. This eMedTV Web page provides general Humalog dosing guidelines and explains how, when, and where to inject the prescription medication.
Some of the medicines that may cause Humalog drug interactions include reserpine, MAOIs, and octreotide. As this eMedTV segment explains, drug interactions with Humalog can either increase blood sugar levels or cause dangerously low blood sugar.
There is a lot of information to be aware of before using Humalog. Warnings and precautions are provided in this eMedTV article. This page describes in detail possible side effects of the drug and explains who should not use this form of insulin.
Possible symptoms of a Humalog (insulin lispro) overdose include sweating, blurred vision, and dizziness. This eMedTV segment lists more symptoms of low blood sugar that may occur with an overdose of Humalog and explains how an overdose is treated.
Humalog (insulin lispro) is generally considered safe for use during pregnancy. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides more information on Humalog and pregnancy, and discusses the potential dangers of high or low blood sugar in a pregnant woman.
Humalog (insulin lispro) is considered safer than most oral diabetes drugs for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV article includes more information on Humalog and breastfeeding, and explains why the drug is probably safe for nursing babies.
At this time, no generic versions of Humalog (insulin lispro) are available. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains in detail why generic Humalog products are not allowed to be manufactured in the United States at this time.
