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Humalog Mix 50 is a premixed insulin formulation containing 50% insulin lispro protamine suspension (intermediate-acting) and 50% insulin lispro injection (rapid-acting). It is indicated for the treatment of diabetes mellitus in adults and children requiring insulin therapy for glycemic control. The rapid-acting component helps control postprandial glucose spikes, while the protamine-bound intermediate-acting component provides basal insulin coverage. Humalog Mix 50 offers a convenient alternative to separate basal and bolus insulin regimens in patients with consistent meal patterns.
| Fact Table | |
| Formula | C257H383N65O77S6 (insulin lispro) |
| License | US FDA; EMA |
| Bioavailability | ~55–77% (subcutaneous) |
| Legal status | Prescription only |
| Chemical Name | Insulin lispro and insulin lispro protamine |
| Elimination half-life | Insulin lispro: ~1 hour; Protaminated form: ~5–6 hours |
| Dosage (Strength) | 100 units/mL; 3 mL cartridges, vials, or KwikPen |
| Pregnancy | Category B – considered safe with monitoring |
| Brands | Humalog Mix50, Humalog Mix50 KwikPen (by Eli Lilly) |
| Protein binding | Negligible |
| PubChem CID | 16129678 (insulin lispro) |
| MedlinePlus | a699001 |
| ChEBI | CHEBI:80695 |
| ATC code | A10AD05 |
| DrugBank | DB01306 |
| KEGG | D04588 |
| Routes of administration | Subcutaneous injection |
Humalog Mix 50 is administered subcutaneously, typically within 15 minutes before a meal.
Dosing is individualized based on blood glucose monitoring, metabolic needs, and clinician guidance.
It may be used once or twice daily, depending on meal timing and glycemic goals.
Rotate injection sites regularly (abdomen, thigh, upper arm) to prevent lipodystrophy.
Do not administer intravenously or use in insulin pumps. Do not mix with other insulins.
Each mL of Humalog Mix 50 contains:
Insulin lispro protamine suspension 50% (intermediate-acting)
Insulin lispro 50% (rapid-acting)
Other ingredients include:
Glycerin, protamine sulfate, zinc oxide, phenol, m-cresol, and water for injection
Available in:
Vials (10 mL)
KwikPen prefilled pen (3 mL)
Concentration: 100 units/mL (U-100)
Humalog Mix 50 is contraindicated in:
Patients with hypersensitivity to insulin lispro or any component of the formulation
Patients experiencing hypoglycemia at the time of administration
Careful monitoring is required during insulin initiation or dosage adjustment. Dose changes may be necessary with changes in physical activity, diet, or renal/hepatic function. Hypoglycemia is the most common and serious adverse effect. Do not share pens or syringes to prevent cross-contamination. Avoid use in patients with unstable or rapidly fluctuating glucose levels, as premixed insulin may not allow for fine-tuned control.
Common and potential side effects include:
Hypoglycemia
Injection site reactions (e.g., redness, swelling, itching)
Lipodystrophy with repeated use at the same site
Weight gain
Edema
Rare: allergic reactions, insulin resistance, or anaphylaxis
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