A Comparison of Glide Force Characteristics Between 2 Prefilled Insulin Lispro Pens

Background: Glide force, average glide force, and glide force variability of the insulin lispro 200 units/mL pen (Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, IN, USA) were compared to the Humalog® KwikPen® 100 units/mL pen (hereafter, KwikPen; Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, IN, USA). Methods: Data we...

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Published in:Journal of diabetes science and technology 2015-03, Vol.9 (2), p.316-319
Main Authors: Rees, Tina M., Lennartz, Amanda H., Ignaut, Debra A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Disposable Equipment
Hypoglycemic Agents - administration & dosage
Injections, Subcutaneous - instrumentation
Insulin Lispro - administration & dosage
Syringes
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Summary:Background: Glide force, average glide force, and glide force variability of the insulin lispro 200 units/mL pen (Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, IN, USA) were compared to the Humalog® KwikPen® 100 units/mL pen (hereafter, KwikPen; Eli Lilly and Company, Indianapolis, IN, USA). Methods: Data were collected on 2 doses, 2 injection speeds, and 2 needle types. Results: Insulin lispro 200 units/mL pen showed significantly lower maximum glide force, average glide force, and glide force variability than the KwikPen across all combinations of dose size, dose speed, and needle type. Conclusions: The lower glide force observed with the insulin lispro 200 units/mL pen offers another treatment option for patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who require greater than 20 units of mealtime insulin daily.
ISSN:1932-2968
1932-2968
1932-3107
DOI:10.1177/1932296814567533