Uses of Insulin Lispro

Insulin Lispro is used to treat diabetes mellitus.

Therapeutic Category

Insulin Lispro: Antidiabetics

How Insulin Lispro works

Insulin Lispro lowers blood glucose by enhancing uptake of glucose into skeletal muscle and adipose tissue and inhibiting the output of glucose from the liver.

Common side effects of Insulin Lispro

• Low blood sugar levels (tiredness, fast heartbeat, nervousness, shakiness, nausea, headache, cold sweat)
• Local reaction (redness, swelling or itching around the area of the insulin injection)

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• Severe allergy (rash over the whole body, blood pressure dropping, difficulty in breathing, heart beating fast, wheezing, sweating)
• Signs of heart failure (unusual shortness of breath or rapid increase in weight or localized swelling)
• Diabetic ketoacidosis (sleepiness, no appetite, flushed face, fruity smelling breath, thirst, nausea, vomiting, heavy breathing, fast pulse)

Health Tips for Insulin Lispro

• Maintain a balanced diet that includes whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables. Avoid excessive consumption of sugary and high-carb foods
• Regular check-ups with your healthcare provider to review your diabetes management plan
• Insulin Lispro should be used with caution in pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breast feeding women