Humalog Mix50/50 is a prescription drug used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humalog Mix50/50 works, explains when and how to use this form of insulin, and lists potential side effects of the product.
Potential Humalog Mix50/50 side effects include certain types of skin reactions and low blood sugar. As this eMedTV Web page explains, any signs of low blood sugar (such as sweating, seizures, or blurry vision) should be reported to your doctor.
Humalog Mix50/50 is used for treating type 1 and type 2 diabetes in adults. This article from the eMedTV Web site offers more details on Humalog Mix50/50 uses and explains how this form of insulin works to control blood sugar levels.
There is no "standard" Humalog Mix50/50 dosage that will work for all people. As this eMedTV segment explains, dosing is individualized for each person, based on their blood sugar levels and carbohydrate content of their meals, among other things.
Beta blockers, fluoxetine, and salicylates are drugs that may cause Humalog Mix50/50 drug interactions. As this eMedTV resource explains, drug interactions with this diabetes medicine may lead to dangerously low blood sugar levels, which can be fatal.
In order to avoid dangerously low blood sugar, start eating within 15 minutes of using Humalog Mix50/50. This eMedTV segment lists other Humalog Mix50/50 warnings and precautions, and includes information on who should not use this form of insulin.
A Humalog Mix50/50 overdose can cause low blood sugar levels, which can be dangerous. This eMedTV article lists early and late symptoms of low blood sugar and also explains what treatments are available for people who overdose on this medication.
Humalog Mix50/50 is not predicted to cause problems for pregnant women when used appropriately. As this eMedTV page explains, if you are using Humalog Mix50/50 and pregnancy occurs, be aware that pregnancy may affect your insulin requirements.
Humalog Mix50/50 is not predicted to cause problems when used while breastfeeding. This eMedTV page contains more information on Humalog Mix 50/50 and breastfeeding, including an explanation of what will happen if the drug passes through breast milk.
At this time, it is not known when (or even if) a generic form of Humalog Mix50/50 will be available. This eMedTV article describes the two major obstacles that are currently preventing generic versions of this diabetes drug from being produced.
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