What is Humalog 75/25 KwikPen Mix?
Insulin works by lowering the levels of sugar in the blood. Insulin Lispro insulin is fast-acting. Insulin lispro protamine has an intermediate action. This combination of insulin begins to work 10 to 20 minutes following the injection. It peaks two hours later and continues to function for up to 24 hours.KwikPen 75/25 is a combination medication used to improve blood glucose control in adults who have diabetes. Mix 75/25 KwikPen can be used to treat type 1 or type 2 diabetes.Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen can be used in other ways not mentioned in this medication guide.
Side Effects of Humalog 75/25 KwikPen Mix
If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should seek emergency medical attention: swelling or redness where the injection was administered; an itchy or swollen skin rash on your entire body; difficulty breathing; rapid heartbeats; feeling as if you may pass out; or swelling around your mouth or throat.
Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen may cause serious adverse side effects. If you experience:
- Fluid retention: weight gain, swelling of the hands or feet, or feeling short-breathing;
- low sodium, leg cramps, constipation, increased thirst and urination, numbness, tingling or numbness, muscle weakness, or a limp feeling
Side effects that may occur from Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen include:
- low blood sugar
- mild skin rash;
- The skin may become thicker or hollowed out where the medication was injected.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor.Contact the FDA by calling 1-800-FDA-1088 if you experience side effects from medications taken.
Similar/related drugs
Ozempic, Mounjaro, Metformin, Trulicity, Lantus, Victoza, and Tresiba
Warnings
Do not share an injection pen or cartridge with anyone else, even if it has been changed.
Before you take this drug
This medicine should not be used if you have an episode of hypoglycemia.Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen should not be used by anyone under the age of 18.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Liver or kidney disease
- Low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalemia)
Inform your doctor if, in addition to insulin, you are taking pioglitazone and rosiglitazone. These medications may be combined with glimepiride and metformin. You may be at greater risk for serious heart problems if you take certain diabetes medications while using insulin.Inform your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or nursing.If you're pregnant or plan to become pregnant, follow your doctor's advice about insulin.
How to take Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPens?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.Insulin is injected into the skin. You can learn how to use the medication properly by yourself from a healthcare provider. Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen should not be injected into a vein.Use this medication at least 15 minutes prior to eating.Use only the injection pen included with Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen. Attach a fresh needle to the pen before each use. Transferring insulin from a pen to a syringe is not recommended.Your healthcare provider will show you the best spots on your body where you can inject this insulin. Each time you inject, use a new place. Don't inject in the same spot twice.This medicine should not be injected into damaged skin that is scaly or hard, has a bruise, is tender or bruised, pitted, or thickened.
Do not share an injection pen or cartridge with anyone else, even if you have changed the needle. This can cause infection or disease.Only use a disposable syringe and needle once. Use syringes and needles only once. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of sharps in a container that is puncture-proof. This container should be kept out of the reach of pets and children.If you have hypoglycemia, you may feel very hungry or dizzy. You might also be confused, irritable, anxious, or shaken. If you want to treat hypoglycemia quickly, consume or drink something that will provide sugar fast (fruit juices, hard candies, crackers, or raisins).In the event of severe hypoglycemia, your doctor may prescribe a glucagon injectable kit. Make sure that your family and friends are familiar with how to administer this injection in case of an emergency.Watch for signs such as increased thirst and urination.Stress, illness, surgery, or alcohol consumption can affect blood sugar levels. Consult your doctor before making any changes to your medication or dose schedule.Insulin is just one part of an overall treatment plan that can include other things like diet, exercise, and weight management, as well as regular blood sugar tests and medical attention. You should follow your doctor's advice.This medicine should be kept in the original container, away from heat and sunlight. You should not transfer insulin from the vial to a syringe before you are ready for an injection. Store insulin away from the cooling element of a fridge. Do not use any frozen insulin.
- Storage for opened (in use) Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen:
- Use within 28 days. Store either in a fridge or at room temperature for optimal storage conditions.
Storing opened (in use) Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen:
- Use the vial within 28 days. Store in a fridge or at room temperature.
- Use the pen within 10 days. Store at room temperature. Store the pen without a needle.
This medicine should appear cloudy. If the medicine is clear or contains particles, do not use it. For new medication, call your pharmacist.Wear or carry identification that identifies you as diabetic in case of an emergency.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You may not have a dosing regimen because Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen can be used before meals. You should eat within 15 minutes of taking the medication. Never take two doses of the medicine at once.Always keep insulin handy. Refill your prescription before you run completely out.
What happens if I overdose?
Call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical attention. An insulin overdose can lead to life-threatening hypoglycemia. The symptoms include drowsiness and confusion.
What should be avoided?
Insulin can cause low sugar levels. Do not drive or operate machinery until you have determined how the medication will affect you.Check the label of your medication before you inject it to avoid any mistakes.Avoid alcohol. Alcohol can cause low sugar levels and interfere with diabetes treatment.
Interaction with other drug
Other medicines can also affect your blood glucose, and some can increase or decrease insulin's effects. You may also experience fewer hypoglycemia symptoms if you take certain drugs. This makes it more difficult to detect low blood sugar. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you are taking and those you plan to take. You can include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
