Afrezza (Insulin human) Inhalation Powder
Afrezza is a rapid-acting insulin powder used to control blood glucose in adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This mealtime insulin is also known as Technosphere insulin and is available in 4-, 8- and 12-unit prefilled cartridges. It is delivered to the lungs via a compact oral inhaler, and therefore it is not for use in patients with chronic lung disease.
Features
Specs
Insulin Type:
Rapid-acting
Rapid-acting
Generic Name:
Insulin human inhalation powder
Insulin human inhalation powder
Delivery:
Oral inhaler
Oral inhaler
Form:
Human
Human
Concentrations:
Dry inhalation powder
Dry inhalation powder
Onset:
12 min.
12 min.
Peak:
35 to 45 min.
35 to 45 min.
Duration:
1.5 to 3 hours
1.5 to 3 hours