Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Humulin R Injection

Humulin R Injection

Generic nameinsulin human (insulin regular)
Drug classshort-acting insulin
FormsSolution for subcutaneous injection (liquid), Multiple-dose vial, Prefilled pen (KwikPen)

Humulin R is a brand-name insulin medicine used to help manage blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It contains insulin human, which is made in a lab to be an exact copy of the insulin your body makes naturally.

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General information, not medical advice

Your prescriber and the leaflet in your pack know your situation. This page does not.

  • Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
  • Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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