Actimmune and Insulin glulisine Subcutaneous

• Generic Name: interferon gamma-1b
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Actimmune

Actimmune is made from human proteins. Interferons help the body fight viral infections.

Actimmune is used to prevent serious infections in people with a condition called chronic granulomatous disease. This medicine is also used to slow the progression of a bone disorder called malignant osteopetrosis.

Actimmune may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: insulin glulisine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Apidra, Apidra OptiClik Cartridge, Apidra SoloStar Pen

Insulin glulisine is a fast-acting type of insulin. Insulin is one of many hormones that help the body turn the food we eat into energy. This is done by using the glucose (sugar) in the blood as quick energy. Also, insulin helps us store energy that we can use later. When you have diabetes mellitus, your body cannot make enough insulin or does not use insulin properly. So, you must take additional insulin to regulate your blood sugar and keep your body healthy. This is very important as too much sugar in the blood can be harmful to your health.

Insulin glulisine starts to work faster than some other types of insulin, and its effects do not last as long. It should act more like the insulin your body would normally produce. Because the effects of insulin glulisine are short-acting, your doctor may also prescribe a longer-acting insulin for you to use.

Insulin glulisine is available only with your doctor's prescription.