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Isophane insulin (human)

Indication

Type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus
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Brand:

Humulin I KwikPen®, Insulatard Penfill®

Nice TA:

Commissioning responsibility:

CCG

PbR excluded:

No

BNF chapter:
Endocrine system

Background

Must be commenced by a healthcare professional who is appropriately trained and experienced in the initiation of insulin.
The LSCMMG recommends:
  • Humulin I KwikPen® as 1st line
  • Insulatard Penfill® as 2nd line

Recommendation

LSCMMG Recommendation:

Green

Reason for decision:

Suitable for initiation in primary care

Supporting documents:

Decisions of Lancashire local decision making groups

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Last Updated: 01 - Feb - 2018