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💊 Medicine EU December 8, 2025

Insulin lispro Sanofi

📷 Wikipedia: Insulin lispro · Source
Insulin lispro Sanofi
📷 Wikipedia: Insulin lispro · Source
INN
insulin lispro
Forms
Solution for injection in a cartridge;Solution for injection in pre-filled pen
Strengths
100 units/ml solution for injection in cartridges;100 units/ml solution for injection in pre-filled pen
Alternatives
Yes
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Shortage ongoing
insulin lispro is currently in short supply in EU.
📈 Timeline
73 days active so far
May 16, 2026 July 27, 2026

What is this? Insulin lispro is a fast-acting insulin used by people with diabetes. It comes in cartridges or pre-filled pens.

What's happening? There is a shortage of insulin lispro from Sanofi in the EU. Supplies may be limited.

Does this affect me? If you use insulin lispro, you may be affected. Check with your pharmacist.

What should I do? Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before changing your insulin. Do not stop using it without advice.

🤖 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.

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Agency-published detail

INN: insulin lispro · Forms: Solution for injection in a cartridge;Solution for injection in pre-filled pen · Strengths: 100 units/ml solution for injection in cartridges;100 units/ml solution for injection in pre-filled pen · Alternatives: Yes

First published
December 8, 2025
Last refreshed by us
14 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/shortages/insulin-lispro-sanofi

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What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Insulin lispro Sanofi. INN: insulin lispro · Forms: Solution for injection in a cartridge;Solution for injection in pre-filled pen · Strengths: 100 units/ml solution for injection in cartridges;100 units/ml solution for injection in pre-filled pen · Alternatives: Yes
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 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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