Humulin 30/70® Vial for Combined Mealtime and Basal Insulin Control

What Humulin® Is and How It Works

Humulin 30/70 is a premixed human insulin that combines 30% Regular insulin and 70% NPH (isophane) insulin at 100 units/mL. The Humulin 30/70 Vial is a 10 mL U-100 vial for subcutaneous injection. Many people choose to buy humulin 30/70 vial online for reliable glucose control and value, including those comparing humulin 30/70 vial without insurance options.

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This premix covers both mealtime and between-meal needs. The Regular component starts lowering glucose about 30 minutes after injection, while the NPH portion extends coverage for many hours. Typical use is once or twice daily, usually 30 minutes before a meal. Doses are individualized by your prescriber based on glucose targets, meals, and activity.

In some markets this product is called biphasic human insulin 30/70 or huminsulin 30 70 vial 100iu. You may also see humulin 70 30 10ml listed in US references. All denote a 10 mL, U-100 vial of premixed human insulin.

Dosage and Usage

• Use a U-100 insulin syringe to draw up the prescribed dose.
• Roll the vial gently between your palms until the suspension looks uniformly cloudy. Do not shake.
• Clean the rubber stopper with alcohol. Inject air equal to your dose, then withdraw insulin.
• Check for air bubbles. If present, tap the syringe and push bubbles back into the vial, then redraw.
• Inject subcutaneously in the abdomen, thigh, upper arm, or buttocks. Rotate sites.
• Do not inject intravenously, and do not use in an insulin pump.
• Give the dose about 30 minutes before a meal, as directed by your prescriber.
• Do not mix this premix with other insulins in the same syringe.
• Missed dose: follow your care plan. Monitor glucose more often and avoid doubling doses.

• Unopened vials: store in a refrigerator at 2–8 °C. Do not freeze. Keep away from heat and light.
• In-use vial: you may keep at room temperature (generally below 25–30 °C) and discard after 28–31 days per the package insert.
• Refrigerate your shipment upon arrival. We pack insulin for prompt, express, cold-chain shipping.
• Travel: carry vials in an insulated bag with cool packs, not touching ice. Do not check in luggage.
• On flights: keep supplies with you. Bring spare syringes and a copy of your prescription.
• Never use insulin that was frozen, exposed to >30 °C, or looks clumpy or granular after gentle mixing.

Benefits and Savings

Humulin 30/70 offers combined mealtime and basal coverage in fewer daily injections than a full basal-bolus plan. It suits people with consistent meal times and provides steady daylong control when dosed regularly. This premix can simplify routine and reduce the number of separate vials or pens you carry.

Ordering from YouDrugstore gives access to Canadian pricing, often 60–80% lower than typical US prices. If you compare humulin 30/70 vial cost across pharmacies, you may find meaningful savings, especially for multi-month supplies. We offer reorder reminders, and multi-pack or bulk purchase promotions can lower the per-month cost.

Many customers check the humulin 30/70 vial price and look for a humulin 30/70 vial discount or deal before they order. For current promotions, see our humulin 30/70 vial coupon. Savings matter whether you use insurance or pay the humulin 30/70 vial cash price. We also support those searching for humulin 30/70 vial without insurance options.

Side Effects and Safety

• Low blood sugar (sweating, shakiness, hunger, headache, dizziness)
• Injection-site redness, swelling, or itching
• Weight gain or mild fluid retention
• Lipodystrophy or skin thickening at injection sites
• Rash or itching
• Blurred vision during early glucose improvement

Severe hypoglycemia can occur and needs urgent treatment. Risk increases with missed meals, alcohol, or extra activity. Combining with insulin secretagogues (such as sulfonylureas) or with insulin itself may require dose reductions to lower hypoglycemia risk. Rare but serious reactions include generalized allergy, potassium shifts, and heart failure when used with thiazolidinediones (TZDs). Do not use for diabetic ketoacidosis; short-acting insulin protocols are preferred.

Onset Time

Glucose starts to drop about 30 minutes after a dose. The Regular component peaks around 2–4 hours, while the NPH portion peaks later, about 6–12 hours. Total action may last up to 18–24 hours depending on dose, site, and individual response.

Many people see fasting and post-meal readings improve over 1–2 weeks as dosing is adjusted. A1C reflects the prior 2–3 months, so full results take time. Weight changes vary; some users notice small gains with tighter control and reduced glucose losses in urine.

Compare With Alternatives

Rapid-acting analog premixes (for example, insulin lispro mixes) act faster at meals and may fit those who eat shortly before dosing. If you prefer a pen device, consider Humalog® Mix Kwikpens as a pen-based premix option discussed with your prescriber.

If you like cartridges for reusable pens, the same human premix is available as Humulin® 30 70 Cartridges for convenience. Another approach is a basal-bolus plan using separate basal and rapid insulins, such as lispro cartridges for mealtime coverage, when a flexible meal schedule is needed.

Combination Therapy

• Metformin plus Humulin 30/70 is common in type 2 diabetes.
• SGLT2 inhibitors may be continued; monitor for hypoglycemia and adjust insulin as needed.
• GLP-1 receptor agonists may reduce required insulin dose; titrate to avoid lows.
• With sulfonylureas, consider lowering doses to reduce hypoglycemia risk.
• Do not combine with pump therapy. Use subcutaneous injections only.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Humulin 30/70 can suit adults with type 2 diabetes who eat regular meals and want combined basal and mealtime coverage in one injection, given once or twice daily. It is also used in type 1 diabetes when a premix plan is chosen. It is not for intravenous use, not for pumps, and not for treating ketoacidosis.

People with frequent hypoglycemia, variable meal timing, or a need for flexible dosing may do better on a tailored basal-bolus plan set by a clinician. Those with kidney or liver impairment, the elderly, or pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should have dosing managed by their prescriber and close glucose monitoring.

To lower your ongoing humulin 30/70 vial cost, consider ordering more than one vial at a time when appropriate; multi-month supplies can cut the per-month expense. Set up simple reorder reminders so you do not run out. If you compare the humulin 30/70 vial cash price or seek humulin 30/70 vial without insurance pricing, Canadian pharmacy options can help your budget. You can order online from your account or by phone during posted hours.

Authoritative Sources

Humulin 30/70 Product Monograph (Lilly Canada)

Health Canada Drug Product Database: Human Insulin Listings

FDA Prescribing Information: Humulin 70/30 (US labeling)

Order Humulin® from YouDrugstore: add to cart, upload your prescription, and we ship with prompt, express, cold-chain handling.

This page is educational and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow your prescriber’s directions for diagnosis, treatment, and dosing.