Humulin R U500 Insulin

BNF:
6.1.1.2
Status:
Red
Decision Date:
None
 

Comments

Humulin R U500 KwikPens only are currently available. (March 2018) 

Unlicensed in U.K. and not routinely available in primary care. Reserved for those with high insulin resistance not responding well to alternative high strength insulins.

For patients unable to use Toujeo or Insulin Degludec. 

Red Drug Classifications

  • 1: Requiring specialist assessment to enable patient selection, initiation and ongoing treating
  • 2: Requiring long term on-going monitoring of efficacy by a specialist and not suitable for shared care

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