Generic name: insulin aspart [ IN-su-lin-AS-part ]
Brand names: Fiasp, NovoLOG, NovoLOG FlexPen, NovoLOG PenFill, NovoLOG FlexTouch,
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Dosage form: injectable solution (100 units/mL)
Drug class:Insulin
What is insulin aspart?
Insulin is a hormone that works by lowering levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Insulin aspart is a fast-acting insulin that starts to work about 15 minutes after injection, peaks in about 1 hour, and keeps working for 2 to 4 hours.
Insulin aspart is used to improve blood sugar control in adults and children with diabetes mellitus. insulin aspart is sometimes used together with a long-acting or intermediate-acting insulin.
Insulin aspart may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Never share an injection pen, cartridge, or syringe with another person, even if the needle has been changed.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use insulin aspart if you are allergic to it, or if you are having
