Prescription
Antidiabetic (Short-acting insulin)
Insulin regular
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Insulin regular (human) is a man-made version of the insulin your body naturally produces — it helps move sugar from your blood into your cells where it is used for energy, thereby lowering your blood sugar levels.
What is it used for?
Diabetes (sugar disease) — used mainly for Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes when tablets alone are not enough to control blood sugar
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.