Humalog Tempo Pen

Generic: Insulin Lispro

Rx only

InsulinAlso: Humalog, Humalog KwikPen✓ FDA-verified

Humalog Tempo Pen is a rapid-acting insulin used to help control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It works by allowing your body to use sugar from food for energy and helps prevent the liver from making too much sugar. You can take it as an injection under the skin, usually within 15 minutes before or right after a meal, starting with a dose tailored to your needs, but not exceeding 60 units per injection. It's important not to use this medication if you are experiencing low blood sugar. Additionally, if you are taking certain medications, like steroids, you may need to adjust your insulin dose, so it's essential to monitor your blood sugar closely.

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Uses

Improve glycemic control in adults with diabetes.
Improve glycemic control in pediatric patients with diabetes.

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Dosage

Administer HUMALOG U-100 or U-200 by injection within 15 minutes before or after meals.

Inject into the abdominal wall, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks.

Rotate injection sites to avoid skin problems.

Use HUMALOG U-100 in insulin pumps as per manufacturer instructions.

Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.

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Side effects

Common

hypoglycemiainjection site reactionslipodystrophy

Serious

allergic reactionssevere allergic reactionshypokalemiamedication errors

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Warnings

⚠ Important warnings

Do not mix HUMALOG U-200 with other insulins.
Monitor blood glucose closely when changing insulin regimens.
Use caution in patients with visual impairment when using prefilled pens.
Hypoglycemia can occur, especially with certain medications.

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Drug interactions

Antidiabetic agentsmay increase risk of hypoglycemiaCaution
Corticosteroidsmay decrease blood glucose lowering effectCaution
Alcoholmay affect blood glucose levelsCaution
Beta-blockersmay blunt signs of hypoglycemia.Caution

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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).