What class of drug is Humulin N?
It is an intermediate-acting insulin (isophane). It starts to work more slowly but lasts longer than regular insulin. Insulin isophane works by helping blood sugar (glucose) get into cells so your body can use it for energy. Insulin isophane is often used in combination with a shorter-acting insulin.
What does N stand for in insulin N?
Side by side: Drug features at a glance
| Humulin N | Novolin N | |
|---|---|---|
| What drug is it? | Insulin NPH | Insulin NPH |
| Why is it used? | To control blood sugar in people with diabetes | To control blood sugar in people with diabetes |
| Do I need a prescription to buy this drug? | No* | No* |
| Is a generic version available? | No | No |
What is Humulin N used for?
Humulin N (isophane insulin human) is a prescription brand-name medication. It’s approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help manage blood sugar levels in adults and children who have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. With diabetes, your body either stops making or stops responding to a hormone called insulin.
What does the N mean in Humulin N?
There are several different types of Humulin and each one has been made to last for a specific length of time, for example: Humulin R: Short-acting insulin. Humulin N: Intermediate-acting insulin.
How Humulin is produced?
It is the first such product of genetic engineering to be granted Governmental approval for human use. The new insulin, called Humulin, is manufactured by a technique known as recombinant DNA, which involves inserting human genetic instructions into a bacterium that then produces the drug.
What kind of insulin is Humulin?
HUMULIN N is an intermediate-acting recombinant human insulin indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus.
When do you take Humulin N?
Humulin N (human insulin) is injected underneath the skin (subcutaneously) twice per day. The number of units of insulin is different for each person. The dose depends on whether you’re using it for type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes, your weight, how well you respond to insulin, and your blood sugar levels.
What is the difference between Lantus and Humulin N?
Humulin R is a short-acting form of insulin and Lantus is a long-acting form of insulin.
When do you take Humulin?
Administer Humulin R U-500 subcutaneously two or three times daily 30 minutes before a meal into the thigh, upper arm, abdomen, or buttocks.
When do you inject Humulin N?
Instructions for Mixing with Other Insulins If HUMULIN N is mixed with HUMULIN R, HUMULIN R should be drawn into the syringe first. Injection should occur immediately after mixing. If HUMULIN N is mixed with HUMALOG, HUMALOG should be drawn into the syringe first. Injection should occur immediately after mixing.
How do you take Humulin N?
HUMULIN N should only be administered subcutaneously. Administer in the subcutaneous tissue of the abdominal wall, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks. To reduce the risk of lipodystrophy, rotate the injection site within the same region from one injection to the next [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Is Humulin human insulin?
Humulin N (insulin human recombinant) [Human insulin (rDNA origin) isophane suspension] is a man-made insulin product indicated for glucose control in patients with diabetes.