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Humalog Mix50 TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: insulin lispro + insulin lispro protamine

Pack: Humalog Mix50 injection, 5 x 3 mL cartridges

Brand name

(ARTG)

: HUMALOG MIX50 insulin lispro 100 IU/mL injection multidose cartridge

Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

INDICATIONS: For the treatment of patients with Type I (IDDM) and Type II (NIDDM) diabetes mellitus who require insulin for the maintenance of normal glucose homeostasis.For the treatment of patients with Type I (IDDM) and Type II (NIDDM) diabetes mellitus who require insulin for the maintenance of normal glucose homeostasis.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Injection, suspension
  • Subcutaneous
  • White suspension.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
  • Do not Freeze
  • Refrigerate
  • Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 5 x cartridges pack

Is this medicine subsidised ?

(PBS)

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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