Humulin R U-500

Humulin R U-500 (insulin human) is a concentrated insulin that is five times stronger than U-100 for adults and children with severe insulin resistance. It is injected via syringe or the disposable Humulin R U-500 KwikPen.

  • Concentrated insulin: Five times stronger than U-100
  • It is injected via syringe or Humulin R U-500 KwikPen.
  • Approved for adults and children with severe insulin resistance.
  • Humulin R U-500 KwikPen is a light blue pen. It delivers doses in 5 unit increments, up to 300 units at a time. It has a total capacity of 1500 units.
  • Humulin R U-500 KwikPen has audible clicks during dosing. This helps people with visual impairment or manual dexterity issues select the correct dose.

Humulin R U-500 Specs

Key specification

Generic Name Insulin human
Onset 15 minutes
Peak 4 to 8 hours
Duration 13 to 24 hours
Approved for Kids Yes
Audible Clicks During Dosing Yes
Color Light blue pen
Concentration U-500
Delivery Syringe; Pen
Insulin Type Concentrated
Form Human
   

General Information

Product Name Humulin R U-500
Product Type Insulin
Brand Eli Lilly and Co.

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