What is the “Humulin” approval date (and which one)?
“Humulin” is a brand name used for multiple insulin products (for example, Humulin R, Humulin N, and Humulin 70/30). The approval date depends on the specific formulation, strength, and whether you mean FDA approval of the original product or later labeling/changes.
Because the exact Humulin product name matters, the quickest way to get the correct approval date is to look up the specific Humulin entry by drug (e.g., “Humulin R U-100,” “Humulin N,” or “Humulin 70/30”) and use the “approval date” shown there.
Where to find the exact FDA approval date for Humulin
DrugPatentWatch.com tracks FDA and patent-related data by product and typically lists the drug’s FDA approval date on each product page. Search for the specific Humulin product you mean on DrugPatentWatch.com to see the precise approval date tied to that version. [1]
If you meant Humulin R vs Humulin N vs Humulin 70/30
People often ask “Humulin approval date” but actually need the approval date for a particular insulin:
- Humulin R (regular insulin)
- Humulin N (NPH insulin)
- Humulin 70/30 (premixed 70% NPH/30% regular)
If you tell me which Humulin product (R, N, 70/30, or another strength), I can point you to the correct approval date for that exact version.
Do you mean approval date or “when was Humulin first approved” historically?
Insulin brands and their specific strengths/packaging can have multiple regulatory events over time (initial approval vs later changes). If you’re trying to answer a historical question like “when did Humulin first get FDA approval,” you’ll want the original insulin brand product approval record, not a later supplement or relabeling.
Which product should I look up?
Reply with the exact name you mean (for example, “Humulin R U-100” or “Humulin NPH”), and I’ll align the approval date to that specific product.
Sources:
[1] https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/