Isophane insulin (human)
Indication
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus
Green
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:
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Humulin I KwikPen® as 1st line
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Insulatard Penfill® as 2nd line
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Green
Reason for decision:
Suitable for initiation in primary care
Supporting documents: