Humalog Caution For Usage

Incompatibilities: Insulin lispro (Humalog KwikPen) preparations should not be mixed with any other insulin or any other medicinal product.
Special precautions for disposal and other handling: Any unused product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.
Instruction for use and handling: To prevent the possible transmission of disease, each prefilled pen must be used by one patient only, even if the needle on the delivery device is changed. The patient should discard the needle after every injection.
The Insulin lispro (Humalog KwikPen) solution should be clear and colorless. Insulin lispro (Humalog KwikPen) should not be used if it appears cloudy, thickened, or slightly coloured or if solid particles are visible.
Do not mix insulin in vials with insulin in cartridges. (See Incompatibilities as previously mentioned.)
Preparing a dose: Before using the KwikPen the user manual included in the package leaflet must be read carefully. The KwikPen has to be used as recommended in the user manual.
Pens should not be used if any part looks broken or damaged.
Injecting a dose: If using a pre-filled pen refer to the detailed instructions for preparing the pen and injecting the dose, the following is a general description.
1. Wash the hands.
2. Choose a site for injection.
3. Clean the skin as instructed.
4. Stabilize the skin by spreading it or pinching up a large area. Insert the needle and inject as instructed.
5. Pull the needle out and apply gentle pressure over the injection site for several seconds. Do not rub the area.
6. Dispose of the syringe and needle safely.
7. Use of the injection sites should be rotated so that the same is not used more than approximately once a month.
Any unused product or waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.