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💊 Medicine EU March 31, 2015

Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb

📷 Wikipedia: Insulin (medication) · Source
Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb
📷 Wikipedia: Insulin (medication) · Source
INN
insulin human
Forms
Catridge;Pre-filled pen
Strengths
3 ml
Area
Diabetes Mellitus
Alternatives
Yes
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 4136 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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68 days in total
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What is this? Insuman is a type of insulin used by people with diabetes. It comes in cartridges or pre-filled pens.

What's happening? There was a shortage of Insuman insulin products in the EU. Supplies have now returned to normal.

Does this affect me? If you use Insuman insulin, check your supply. If you ran out, you should have been able to get more.

What should I do? Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you have any concerns about your insulin supply.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Active substance(s)
insulin human
Brand(s) / product name(s)
Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb
Agency-published detail

INN: insulin human · Forms: Catridge;Pre-filled pen · Strengths: 3 ml · Area: Diabetes Mellitus · Alternatives: Yes

First published
March 31, 2015
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
http://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/shortages/insuman-rapid-basal-comb

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb. INN: insulin human · Forms: Catridge;Pre-filled pen · Strengths: 3 ml · Area: Diabetes Mellitus · Alternatives: Yes
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 31, 2015 by EMA (European Medicines Agency).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the entire EU.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you take this medicine, contact your pharmacist or prescribing doctor. They can advise on alternative products or substitutes. Do not stop taking prescription medicine without medical advice.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on www.ema.europa.eu.

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