Humalog Kwikpen

Prescription medicineOnly Available By Prescription

What if I find a lower price with another pharmacy?

We guarantee the lowest price on all of our prescription products. If you find your medications cheaper at any other recognized licensed mail order pharmacy, we will not only match their price, we will beat it by 25% of the difference. It is our 125% price match guarantee!

Example: If you find a product on Canada Drugs Direct for $50.00 and find the same product for $40.00 at another mail order pharmacy, we will provide you with a $12.50 discount, bringing your total to $37.50.

To get the discount please make sure to mention the price match to the customer service team when they call to collect payment for your order. Or call toll free at 1-888-904-8467 to place the order through the phone.

Terms & Conditions of Program

  • Guaranteed lowest price is only valid at the time of sale.
  • We will only match the current advertised price.
  • Products must be identical and in stock at the time of placing an order with a licensed mail order pharmacy. They must be an online Canadian pharmacy with an address in Canada.
  • Products must be authentic in brand and size (same manufacturer, same country of manufacture, same pack size, same strength and same quantity).
  • Products must be new. We cannot match the price of any used, short expiry or expired product.
  • Price match can only be issued over the phone with our customer service team. Please note at this time we cannot offer price matching for the products Ozempic or Saxenda.
What is a Generic Drug?

A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.

The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Description

Humalog KwikPen is a pre-filled insulin delivery device containing insulin lispro, a rapid-acting human insulin analog used to improve glycemic control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. Insulin lispro begins working within approximately 15 minutes after injection, peaks in about 1 hour, and continues to act for 2 to 4 hours. Humalog KwikPen is designed for ease of use, allowing patients to dial precise doses in 1-unit increments. It is suitable for multiple daily injection regimens, including use with longer-acting basal insulins.

Fact Table

Formula

C257H383N65O77S6 (insulin lispro)

License

US FDA (1996); EMA

Bioavailability

~55–77% (subcutaneous)

Legal status

Prescription only

Chemical Name

Insulin lispro

Elimination half-life

~1 hour

Dosage (Strength)

100 units/mL (U-100); also available as U-200 (200 units/mL); 3 mL per pen

Pregnancy

Category B – considered safe with monitoring

Brands

Humalog KwikPen, Admelog, generic insulin lispro (varies)

Protein binding

Negligible

PubChem CID

16129678

MedlinePlus

a699001

ChEBI

CHEBI:80695

ATC code

A10AB04

DrugBank

DB01306

KEGG

D04588

Routes of administration

Subcutaneous injection (via KwikPen or vial)

Directions

Humalog should be administered subcutaneously within 15 minutes before a meal or immediately after eating, typically into the abdomen, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks.

Adults and children: Dose individualized based on metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring, and glycemic targets.

Rotate injection sites to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy.

KwikPens deliver up to 60 units per injection in 1-unit increments.

Do not use if the solution is cloudy, discolored, or contains particles. Use a new needle for each injection. Do not reuse or share pens.

Ingredients

Each mL of Humalog contains:

Insulin lispro 100 units (U-100)

Inactive ingredients include:

Glycerin, metacresol, zinc oxide, and water for injection

KwikPen is also available in U-200 strength (200 units/mL) for patients requiring larger doses.

Contraindications

Humalog is contraindicated in:

Patients experiencing hypoglycemia

Patients with hypersensitivity to insulin lispro or any component of the formulation

Cautions

Humalog should not be mixed with other insulins in a pen device.

Monitor blood glucose levels frequently, especially when initiating or adjusting therapy.

Changes in insulin regimen, diet, physical activity, or concurrent medications may necessitate dose adjustments.

Use caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment, as insulin requirements may be reduced.

Avoid intramuscular administration or use during hypokalemia without correction, as insulin can shift potassium intracellularly and increase the risk of hypokalemia.

Side Effects

Potential side effects include:

Hypoglycemia (most common and serious)

Lipodystrophy at injection sites

Allergic reactions (localized or systemic)

Weight gain

Injection site reactions (e.g., redness, swelling)

Rare: anaphylaxis, insulin resistance, or edema

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information provided above is for general awareness and educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical or veterinary advice. Always consult your physician, pharmacist, or veterinarian regarding the safety, suitability, and proper use of any medication for yourself or your pet.

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