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Insulin lispro (Humalog)
Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin analog that binds to insulin receptors on cells to promote glucose uptake and utilization, lowering blood glucose levels.
Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin analog that binds to insulin receptors on cells to promote glucose uptake and utilization, lowering blood glucose levels. Used for Type 1 diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
At a glance
| Generic name | Insulin lispro (Humalog) |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Humalog, LY275585 |
| Sponsor | Eli Lilly and Company |
| Drug class | Rapid-acting insulin analog |
| Target | Insulin receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Diabetes |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
Insulin lispro is a recombinant human insulin analog created by reversing two amino acids in the B-chain of human insulin, which allows it to form monomers more readily and be absorbed faster than regular human insulin. It binds to the insulin receptor on muscle, fat, and liver cells, facilitating glucose transport into cells and promoting glycogen synthesis while inhibiting gluconeogenesis. This rapid onset and short duration of action make it particularly suitable for mealtime glucose control in diabetes management.
Approved indications
- Type 1 diabetes mellitus
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Common side effects
- Hypoglycemia
- Injection site reactions
- Weight gain
- Lipodystrophy
Key clinical trials
- Impact on Birth Weight of Two Therapeutic Strategies (Insulin Therapy From the Beginning of Pregnancy vs. Insulin Therapy Initiated According to Fetal Growth Evaluated by Ultrasonography Measurements) in Pregnant Women With Monogenic Diabetes (NA)
- Testing a Conversion Factor for a More Rapidly Acting Insulin in an Automated Insulin Delivery System Among Adolescents With T1D (NA)
- Glycemic Control After Antenatal Corticosteroids in Women With Pregestational and Gestational Diabetes (PHASE2)
- Fiasp® Versus NovoRapid® in Children With Type 1 Diabetes on MiniMed 640G Pump With Sensor
- A Study of LY4057996 in Healthy Participants and Participants With Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes (PHASE1)
- Study to Demonstrate Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Similarity Between NKF-INS(L), US-Humalog®, and EU-Humalog® (PHASE1)
- Oral Anti Diabetic Agents in the Hospital (PHASE4)
- Ultrarapid Insulin Administered by a Bihormonal Closed Loop System in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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