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ADMELOG vs Humalog®

See how ADMELOG compares with Humalog, one of the most prescribed mealtime insulins. Any change in your medication should be discussed with your doctor.

For patients without prescription medication insurance, the Insulins Valyou Savings Program can help. Learn more.

Patients pay a set price of $99 per month for up to ten 10-mL vials and/or boxes of pens for any one or combination of Sanofi Insulins*

See below an example of a patient receiving significant savings with ADMELOG vs Humalog when they use the Insulins Valyou Savings Program.

*Eligibility restrictions apply.

For a patient who needs 2 packs of pens per month, their supply of Humalog would cost $654 per month

With the Insulins Valyou Savings Program, their monthly supply of ADMELOG costs $99 per month

Sanofi insulins included in this program are: ADMELOG® (insulin lispro injection) 100 Units/mL, TOUJEO® (insulin glargine injection) 300 Units/mL, LANTUS® (insulin glargine injection) 100 Units/mL and APIDRA® (insulin glulisine injection) 100 Units/mL.

Toujeo, Lantus, ADMELOG, and Apidra prices listed are with the use of the Insulins Valyou Savings Program savings card. Prices for Humalog, Insulin Lispro, Basaglar, Levemir, Tresiba, and NovoLog reflect GoodRx pricing on June 2019. GoodRx is a widely used prescription savings program.

This is for example purposes only. Different websites and pharmacies will have different pricing. Pricing is subject to change, so be sure to visit prescription savings program websites to find the latest pricing options.

The Insulins Valyou Savings Program applies to the cost of medication. There are other relevant costs associated with overall treatment. The products listed are not therapeutically equivalent and are not interchangeable.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you and your doctor are considering ADMELOG, having the right information can help.

Click on the questions below to get answers to frequently asked questions.

About ADMELOG

What is ADMELOG insulin, and how does it work?

ADMELOG is a fast-acting mealtime insulin that helps to control blood sugar. It is used to attempt to mimic your body’s natural insulin response to blood sugar spikes after meals. It is to be taken within 15 minutes before meals or immediately after.

What is the active ingredient in ADMELOG?

ADMELOG contains insulin lispro (100 Units/mL), a man-made insulin.

I’m already on long-acting insulin. Why did my doctor recommend adding ADMELOG?

Long-acting insulin (along with diet and exercise) may not be enough to control your blood sugar spikes that happen when you eat. That may be why your doctor has recommended adding ADMELOG.

Unlike long-acting insulin you take once a day, ADMELOG is a fast-acting insulin you take at mealtimes to help you manage blood sugar spikes that happen after you eat. It can help to lower your A1C.

I was taking Humalog. Is ADMELOG similar? Is ADMELOG a generic for Humalog?

ADMELOG is not a generic for Humalog. However, both ADMELOG and Humalog are:

  • Mealtime insulins containing insulin lispro
  • Used to help control blood sugar spikes that occur when you eat
  • Taken within 15 minutes before or immediately after a meal

Be sure to review the possible side effects with your doctor. Your doctor will determine what is right for you.

What if I’m switching from NovoLog® to ADMELOG?

If your doctor is recommending ADMELOG, you should know that it is a mealtime insulin used to help control blood sugar spikes that occur when you eat.

Your doctor may need to adjust your mealtime insulin dose if you are being switched from NovoLog to ADMELOG.

How much does a month supply of mealtime insulin cost?

The cost of mealtime insulin depends on many factors including your health insurance, your dose, or if you are using a pump, pen, or vial.

For patients without prescription medication insurance, the Insulins Valyou Savings Program can help. Learn more.

Patients pay a set price of $99 per month for up to ten 10-mL vials and/or boxes of pens for any one or combination of Sanofi Insulins.*

See below an example of a patient receiving significant savings with ADMELOG vs Humalog when they use the Insulins Valyou Savings Program.

*Eligibility restrictions apply.

For a patient who needs 2 packs of pens per month, their supply of Humalog would cost $654 per month

With the Insulins Valyou Savings Program, their monthly supply of ADMELOG costs $99 per month

Sanofi insulins included in this program are: ADMELOG® (insulin lispro injection) 100 Units/mL, TOUJEO® (insulin glargine injection) 300 Units/mL, LANTUS® (insulin glargine injection) 100 Units/mL and APIDRA® (insulin glulisine injection) 100 Units/mL.

Toujeo, Lantus, ADMELOG, and Apidra prices listed are with the use of the Insulins Valyou Savings Program savings card. Prices for Humalog, Insulin Lispro, Basaglar, Levemir, Tresiba, and NovoLog reflect GoodRx pricing on June 2019. GoodRx is a widely used prescription savings program.

This is for example purposes only. Different websites and pharmacies will have different pricing. Pricing is subject to change, so be sure to visit prescription savings program websites to find the latest pricing options.

The Insulins Valyou Savings Program applies to the cost of medication. There are other relevant costs associated with overall treatment.The products listed are not therapeutically equivalent and are not interchangeable.

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Using ADMELOG

Who should not use ADMELOG?

Do not use ADMELOG if you:

  • Have low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
  • Have an allergy to ADMELOG or any of the ingredients in ADMELOG.
  • Active ingredient: insulin lispro
  • Inactive ingredients: glycerin, dibasic sodium phosphate, metacresol, zinc oxide (zinc ion), and Water for Injection
  • Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may be added to adjust pH

Can I take ADMELOG along with other medicines?

You should ask your doctor which medicines (including over-the-counter and other prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements) are safe to take if you are using ADMELOG.

Taking certain diabetes pills called thiazolidinediones (TZDs) with ADMELOG may cause heart failure in some people. This can happen even if you have never had heart failure or heart problems before. If you have already had heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with ADMELOG. Your healthcare provider should monitor you closely while you are taking TZDs with ADMELOG.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any new or worse symptoms of heart failure, including:

  • Shortness of breath.
  • Swelling of your ankles or feet.
  • Sudden weight gain.

Treatment with TZDs and ADMELOG may need to be adjusted or stopped by your healthcare provider if you have new or worse heart failure.

What should I tell my healthcare provider before taking ADMELOG?

Be sure to tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • Have liver or kidney problems
  • Take other medicines, especially ones commonly called thiazolidinediones (TZDs)
  • Have heart failure or other heart problems. If you have heart failure, it may get worse while you take TZDs with ADMELOG
  • Are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. It is not known if ADMELOG may harm your unborn or breastfeeding baby

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including:

  • Prescription medicines.
  • Over-the-counter medicines.
  • Vitamins.
  • Herbal supplements.

Before you start using ADMELOG, talk to your healthcare provider about low blood sugar and how to manage it.

What should I do before using ADMELOG?

  • If you use the SoloStar pen or the vial, read the detailed Instructions for Use that come with your ADMELOG. If you use a pump, see your insulin infusion pump system’s instructions for use.
  • Speak with your healthcare provider about how to use ADMELOG, and use it exactly as directed.
  • Know the amount of ADMELOG you use. Do not change the amount of ADMELOG you use unless your healthcare provider tells you to. The amount of insulin and the best time for you to take your insulin may need to change if you take a different type of insulin.
  • Check your insulin label each time you inject to make sure you are using the correct insulin.
  • Do not reuse needles. Using a new needle for each injection lowers your risk of getting an infection or getting the wrong dose of ADMELOG due to a blocked needle.
  • Keep out of reach of children.

What are the different options for taking ADMELOG?

You can take ADMELOG using:

  • A SoloStar disposable prefilled injection pen.
  • A syringe and vial.
  • An insulin pump. See your insulin infusion pump system’s instructions for use to see if ADMELOG can be used with your pump system.

Speak to your doctor about what option may be appropriate for you.

When do I inject ADMELOG?

You should take ADMELOG within 15 minutes before or immediately after eating a meal.

If I am using the vial or the ADMELOG SoloStar pen, where do I inject?

You can inject ADMELOG in four areas of your body:

  • Anywhere in your stomach area, except for a two-inch radius around your navel.
  • In the fatty tissue on the outer back area of your upper arm.
  • In your thigh, away from your knee.
  • In your buttocks.

Each time you inject a new dose, be sure to change (rotate) your injection site within the area you have selected. DO NOT use the same exact spot for each injection.

Will my mealtime insulin dose change with ADMELOG?

Your dose of ADMELOG may need to change because of:

  • A change in physical activity or exercise.
  • Changes in meal patterns.
  • Weight gain or loss.
  • Increased stress.
  • Illness.
  • A change in diet.
  • Changes in kidney or liver functions.
  • Other medicines you take.

How do I store my ADMELOG SoloStar pen?

Before first use

  • Keep new pens in the refrigerator between 36°F and 46°F (2°C and 8°C) until the expiration date. Discard if expired.
  • Do not freeze. Do not use ADMELOG if it has been frozen.

After first use

  • Keep your pen at room temperature below 86°F (30°C).
  • Must be used within 28 days after first use.
  • Keep your pen away from heat or light.
  • Store your pen with the pen cap on.
  • Do not put your pen back in the refrigerator.
  • Do not store your pen with the needle attached.
  • Keep out of the reach of children.

How long should I use my ADMELOG SoloStar pen?

You should only use your pen for up to 28 days after its first use. Throw away the ADMELOG SoloStar pen you are using after the 28th day, even if it still has insulin left in it.

Be sure to put used needles and syringes in an FDA-cleared disposal container right away after use.

What should I avoid while using ADMELOG?

While using ADMELOG, do not:

  • Drive or operate heavy machinery, until you know how ADMELOG affects you.
  • Drink alcohol or use prescription or over-the-counter medicines that contain alcohol.

Side Effects

What are the possible side effects of ADMELOG?

The most common side effects of ADMELOG include:

  • Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
  • Allergic reactions, including reactions at the injection site, skin thickening or pits at the injection site (lipodystrophy), itching, and rash.

These are not all the possible side effects of ADMELOG. It is important to review the labeling that comes with your ADMELOG prescription and speak to your doctor about all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

ADMELOG may cause serious side effects that can lead to death, including:

  • Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
  • Serious allergic reactions (whole body reaction).
  • Low potassium in your blood (hypokalemia).
  • Heart failure.

Get emergency medical help right away if you have:

  • Any of these signs or symptoms of a severe allergic reaction: a rash over your whole body, trouble breathing, a fast heartbeat, feeling faint, sweating, swelling of your face, tongue, or throat.
  • Extreme drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion.
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