Insulin is categorized according to how fast they work and how long their effects can last: Rapid-acting: Produces effects within minutes and lasts for a couple of hours. Examples: lispro and aspart Regular or short-acting: Produces effects within 30 minutes and lasts up to 3-6 hours. Examp...
Are biosimilars the same as a generic? A biosimilar is not considered a “generic” in the same way that a traditional, small molecule drug (for example: ibuprofen or acetaminophen) is determined to be a generic. Biosimilars are "similar" because they are biologics that do not have to be ...