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💊 Medicine EU May 8, 2025

NovoRapid PumpCart (insulin aspart)

📷 PubChem CID 16132418 · Source
NovoRapid PumpCart (insulin aspart)
📷 PubChem CID 16132418 · Source
INN
insulin aspart
Forms
Solution for injection in a cartridge
Strengths
100 units/mL
Alternatives
Yes
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 445 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.
📈 Timeline
1 days in total
May 20, 2026 May 21, 2026

What is this? NovoRapid PumpCart is a medicine that contains insulin aspart. It is used to control blood sugar in people with diabetes. It comes in a cartridge for use in an insulin pump.

What's happening? There is a shortage of NovoRapid PumpCart in the EU. This means some people may not be able to get it right now.

Does this affect me? If you use NovoRapid PumpCart, you may be affected. Check with your pharmacist or doctor.

What should I do? Talk to your pharmacist or doctor about other insulin options that may work for you.

🤖 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 aspart
Brand(s) / product name(s)
NovoRapid PumpCart (insulin aspart)
Agency-published detail

INN: insulin aspart · Forms: Solution for injection in a cartridge · Strengths: 100 units/mL · Alternatives: Yes

First published
May 8, 2025
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
http://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/shortages/novorapid-pumpcart-insulin-aspart

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?
NovoRapid PumpCart (insulin aspart). INN: insulin aspart · Forms: Solution for injection in a cartridge · Strengths: 100 units/mL · Alternatives: Yes
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 8, 2025 by EMA (European Medicines Agency).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the entire EU.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
▸ 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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