Can Humulin R be substituted for NovoLog

[kimberlykenya]

My niece takes NovoLog / Novo Rapid by pump and coming to visit me in Kenya but her plane was cancelled and her insulin supply has reached room temperature. I live in Kenya and cannot find any supply of NovoLog there is only Humulin R. I need help to know if this is accceptable please!!!

[kimberlykenya]

Thank you for your reply and yes all is well- seems the heat and travel are actually helping to keep her nicely stable!! cheers and healthy new years to all

[tadurkee]

Sorry this is such a late response, but no, Humilin R (regular insulin) is not a substitue for Novolog, which is a fast acting insulin. However, her insulin supply is still good for up to 30 days after taking it out of refrigeration. Hope she made it there OK and you had a nice visit.