Look for the Aqua and White Packaging on Humulin R U-500 KwikPen

April 2016

Humulin R U-500 insulin will now come in a KwikPen device.

For years, this concentrated form of regular insulin has come in a 20 mL vial...with 500 units/mL instead of the usual 100 units/mL.

But there's often confusion about drawing up U-500 with a U-100 syringe. If it's not done right, it can lead to a FIVE-fold overdose.

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Table of Contents

Dosage Forms Clarify Rxs that Don't Specify a Dosage Form
Insulin Look for the Aqua and White Packaging on Humulin R U-500 KwikPen
Certification Take Part in Reviewing National Certification Board Exam Questions
Supplements Apply a "Mix With Water" Label to Liquid Potassium Chloride Rxs
Opioids Avoid Mistaking Methylin for Methadone
Hepatitis C Dispense Zepatier Tabs in Their Original Blister Pack
Veterinary Medicine Don't Confuse the Abbreviation "SID" for "QID"
Pumps Dispense Rapid-Acting Insulin for Most Patients With an Insulin Pump
Testosterone Expect to Fill More Topical Testosterone Rxs Than Injectables
Respiratory & Allergy Don't Be Surprised to See Formularies Drop Rhinocort
PPIs Stay Alert for Patients With Discharge Orders for PPIs
Bites & Stings Help Steer Patients Away From Insect Repellents Containing Sunscreen