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💊 Medicine EU January 24, 2023

Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb 25 (insulin human)

📷 Wikipedia: Insulin (medication) · Source
Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb 25 (insulin human)
📷 Wikipedia: Insulin (medication) · Source
INN
insulin human
Forms
Solution for injection;Pre-filled pen
Strengths
3 ml
Area
Diabetes Mellitus
⚠️
Shortage ongoing
insulin human is currently in short supply in EU.
📈 Timeline
73 days active so far
May 16, 2026 July 27, 2026

What is this? Insuman is a type of insulin used by people with diabetes. It comes as a liquid in a pen or vial for injections.

What's happening? There is a shortage of Insuman insulin in the EU. Supplies may be lower than usual.

Does this affect me? If you use Insuman insulin, you may notice it’s harder to find. Check with your pharmacy.

What should I do? Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before changing your insulin. They can help find a safe alternative.

🤖 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
Agency-published detail

INN: insulin human · Forms: Solution for injection;Pre-filled pen · Strengths: 3 ml · Area: Diabetes Mellitus

First published
January 24, 2023
Last refreshed by us
14 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/medicines/human/shortages/insuman-rapid-basal-comb-25-insulin-human

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this medicine shortage alert about?
Insuman Rapid, Basal and Comb 25 (insulin human). INN: insulin human · Forms: Solution for injection;Pre-filled pen · Strengths: 3 ml · Area: Diabetes Mellitus
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on January 24, 2023 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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