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Human insulin 30/70

Eli Lilly and Company · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Human insulin 30/70 is a fixed-ratio combination of 30% short-acting insulin and 70% intermediate-acting insulin that replaces endogenous insulin to regulate blood glucose by promoting cellular glucose uptake and storage.

Human insulin 30/70 is a fixed-ratio combination of 30% short-acting insulin and 70% intermediate-acting insulin that replaces endogenous insulin to regulate blood glucose by promoting cellular glucose uptake and storage. Used for Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

At a glance

Generic nameHuman insulin 30/70
Also known asHuman insulin 70/30 (in the United States)
SponsorEli Lilly and Company
Drug classInsulin, biphasic/fixed-ratio combination
TargetInsulin receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

This biphasic insulin formulation combines rapid-acting insulin (30%) to address postprandial (after-meal) glucose spikes with intermediate-acting insulin (70%) to provide basal glucose control throughout the day. The combination mimics the physiological pattern of endogenous insulin secretion, allowing for once or twice-daily dosing in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who require insulin therapy.

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Key clinical trials

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