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Afrezza (insulin human) is an inhaled, rapid-acting insulin for adults with diabetes. It is taken before meals via an inhaler.
- Rapid-acting insulin: Usually taken before a meal. Begins to work about 15 minutes after injection and lasts 2-4 hours.
- Administered via a breath-activated inhaler
- Approved for adults with type 1 and type 2 diabetes
- Limitations: Not recommended for patients with lung conditions (e.g., asthma, COPD) or smokers.
Afrezza Specs
Key specification
Generic Name
Insulin human inhalation powder
Onset
~12 minutes
Peak
0.5 to 0.9 hours
Duration
1.5 to 3 hours
Concentration
Dry inhalation powder
Delivery
Oral inhaler
Insulin Type
Rapid-acting
Form
Human
General Information
Product Name
Afrezza
Product Type
Insulin
Brand
MannKind
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