Generic name:insulin lispro [ IN-soo-lin-LISS-pro ]
Drug class:Insulin
What is Admelog?
Admelog is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Insulin lispro is a fast-acting insulin that starts to work about 15 minutes after injection, peaks in about 1 hour, and keeps working for 2 to 4 hours.
Admelog is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus.
Admelog is used to treat type 2 diabetes in adults, or type 1 diabetes in adults and children who are at least 3 years old.
Admelog injection 100 units/ml (U-100) is available in 10 ml multiple-dose vials, 3 ml multiple-dose vials, and a 3 ml single-patient-use SoloStar prefilled pens.
Warnings
You should not use Admelog if you are allergic to insulin lispro, or if you are having an episode of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
Never share an injection pen, cartridge, or syringe with another person, even if the needle has been changed.
Before taking this medicine
Admelog should not be given to a child younger than 3 years old. This medicine should not be used to treat type 2 diabetes in a child of any age.
To make sure Admelog is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver or kidney disease;
heart problems; or
low levels of potassium in your blood (hypokalemia).
Tell your doctor if you also take medicine that contains pioglitazone or ros...
