Humalog kwikpen Benefits & Uses

Humalog kwikpen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2

Other Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Humalog kwikpen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Humalog kwikpen Related Warnings

Is the use of Humalog kwikpen safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Humalog kwikpen during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Humalog kwikpen safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Humalog kwikpen for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Humalog kwikpen on the Kidneys?

Humalog kwikpen may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Humalog kwikpen on the Liver?

Humalog kwikpen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Humalog kwikpen on the Heart?

Humalog kwikpen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Humalog kwikpen with Other Drugs

Humalog kwikpen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Metoprolol

Niacin

Conjugated Estrogens

Clonidine

Prochlorperazine

Isoniazid

Selegiline

Octreotide

Metformin

Rosiglitazone

Pioglitazone

Humalog kwikpen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Humalog kwikpen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Potassium Deficiency
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Humalog kwikpen

Is this Humalog kwikpen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Humalog kwikpen is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Humalog kwikpen, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Humalog kwikpen can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Humalog kwikpen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Humalog kwikpen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Humalog kwikpen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Humalog kwikpen

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Humalog kwikpen, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Humalog kwikpen

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Humalog kwikpen at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild