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Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

Human insulin + Insulin isophane

₹191In stock
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Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026

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Key details

Salt: Human insulin + Insulin isophane
Available variants: injection 10 Ml
Best price: ₹191 (₹19.10 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Eli Lilly And Company India Pvt Ltd

Ordering notes

Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy

Composition of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection contains Human insulin + Insulin isophane. It belongs to the Insulin class of medicines.

Uses of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

  • Type 1 diabetes
  • Type 2 diabetes

Benefits of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

In Type 1 diabetes
Huminsulin 50/50 replaces the insulin a type 1 pancreas no longer makes. It is what allows the body to use food for energy, and keeping sugar in range with it prevents both the immediate danger of very high sugar and the long-term damage to eyes, kidneys and nerves.
In Type 2 diabetes
Huminsulin 50/50 brings blood sugar down when tablets alone no longer keep it in range, protecting the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart from the damage of long-standing high sugar.

How Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection works

This medicine combines 2 active ingredients: Human Insulin and Insulin Isophane. Human Insulin replaces or supplements the insulin your body cannot make enough of, moving sugar out of the blood and into your cells. Insulin Isophane replaces or supplements the insulin your body cannot make enough of, moving sugar out of the blood and into your cells.

How to take Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not attempt to inject it yourself unless you have been trained and told to. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Contact your doctor or diabetes nurse for advice — do not take a double dose to make up for a missed injection.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe low blood sugar, leading to fits or unconsciousness — this is a medical emergency. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

Most side effects of Huminsulin 50/50 are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

  • Low blood sugar
  • Weight gain
  • Pain
  • redness or lumps at the injection site
  • Swelling of the ankles and feet

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

AlcoholUNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyCAUTION
Use with caution in pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefit to you against the risk to the baby.
Breast feedingSAFE
Generally considered safe while breastfeeding.
DrivingCAUTION
May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
KidneyCAUTION
Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
LiverCAUTION
Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.

Warnings and precautions

If you feel shaky, sweaty, confused or unusually hungry, take sugar, glucose or a sweet drink at once and tell your doctor — these are signs your blood sugar has fallen too low. Never change your insulin brand, strength or type on your own — always through your doctor. Rotate the injection site each time, or fatty lumps will form and the insulin will be absorbed unpredictably. Do not use insulin that has changed colour, gone cloudy when it should be clear, or has clumps in it. Never share a pen or needle, even with a family member.

Do not take Huminsulin 50/50 if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not to be used during an episode of low blood sugar.

Interactions with other medicines

Beta blockers can mask the warning signs of low blood sugar. Steroids raise blood sugar and your insulin dose may need review.

How to store Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

Keep unopened insulin in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C — never in the freezer, and never against the ice box. The pen or vial in use may be kept below 30°C, away from direct sunlight, for the period stated on the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.

Quick tips for Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection

  • Keep an unopened supply in the fridge and the pen in use at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.
  • Always carry a fast-acting sugar source.
  • Check your sugar as your doctor has instructed, and keep a record to take to appointments.

People taking Huminsulin 50/50 are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:
Eli Lilly And Company India Pvt Ltd
Therapeutic class:
Anti-diabetic
Drug class:
Insulin

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Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection FAQs

What is Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection used for?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is commonly used for type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
Type 1 diabetes: Huminsulin 50/50 replaces the insulin a type 1 pancreas no longer makes. It is what allows the body to use food for energy, and keeping sugar in range with it prevents both the immediate danger of very high sugar and the long-term damage to eyes, kidneys and nerves. It is also used for type 2 diabetes.
What is the salt in Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection contains Human insulin + Insulin isophane. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection work?
This medicine combines 2 active ingredients: Human Insulin and Insulin Isophane.
Is Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
The side effects reported most often with Huminsulin 50/50 are Low blood sugar, Weight gain, Pain, redness or lumps at the injection site, Swelling of the ankles and feet. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection should be used with caution in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Huminsulin 50/50.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection.
What if I miss a dose of Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
Contact your doctor or diabetes nurse for advice — do not take a double dose to make up for a missed injection.
Is Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection habit forming?
No. Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection starts at ₹191 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 10 Ml. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is manufactured by Eli Lilly And Company India Pvt Ltd. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection delivered?
Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection, Quick facts

Salt
Human insulin + Insulin isophane
Form
injection
Best price
₹191 (₹19.10 per ml)
Prescription
Required (Rx)
Brand
Eli Lilly and Company India Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer
Eli Lilly And Company India Pvt Ltd
Therapeutic class
Anti-diabetic
Drug class
Insulin
Habit forming
No
Variants
injection 10 Ml
Delivery
Standard across India

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

  1. PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
  2. CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
  4. National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
  5. Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Huminsulin 50/50 40 IU/ml Injection.
  6. World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

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Safety disclaimer

Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.