Fiasp® Cartridges for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

What Fiasp Is and How It Works

Fiasp® is a rapid-acting insulin aspart used at mealtime. It helps reduce post-meal blood glucose in adults and children with diabetes. This page outlines how the cartridges work, who they may suit, and how to use them safely. Ships from Canada to US is available for eligible orders, including options for those paying without insurance.

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This formulation contains insulin aspart with added excipients to support fast absorption at the injection site. It is designed for dosing at the start of a meal or shortly after eating begins. Each Insulin aspart Penfill cartridge 100 units/mL fits compatible reusable pens for subcutaneous injection only.

As a mealtime insulin, it works by facilitating glucose uptake into tissues and reducing glucose production in the liver. The treatment is usually combined with a long-acting insulin in type 1 diabetes, and it may be used with basal insulin and/or oral agents in type 2 diabetes as directed by a clinician.

Who It’s For

This therapy is indicated to improve glycemic control in adults and pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus. People who need a flexible, pen-based mealtime dose may prefer cartridges compatible with reusable pens. The exact fit depends on the specific pen model and needle system.

The phrase Fiasp Cartridge refers to Penfill cartridges for reusable pens, not prefilled disposable pens. For general diabetes education, see Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.

Dosage and Usage

Use mealtime insulin at the start of a meal or within a short period after eating begins, following the official prescribing information. A clinician determines the dose based on carbohydrate intake, blood glucose readings, and overall insulin regimen.

General administration steps include: wash hands, confirm the correct cartridge and pen, attach a new needle, prime per pen instructions, set the dose, inject into recommended subcutaneous areas, and hold the needle in place as directed before withdrawing.

Rotate injection sites within each area to reduce skin changes. Avoid injecting into areas that are bruised, scarred, tender, or inflamed. Never share pens, cartridges, or needles.

For detailed pen technique, review device instructions and see our guide How To Use Insulin Pen.

Strengths and Forms

These Penfill cartridges are commonly available as 3 mL cartridges containing 100 units/mL (U-100) insulin aspart. Packaging and availability can vary by pharmacy and jurisdiction.

Cartridges are intended for compatible reusable pens. They are not prefilled disposable pens and are not designed for pump reservoirs.

Missed Dose and Timing

If a mealtime dose is missed, follow the official label guidance. Generally, dose timing aligns with the start of a meal or shortly after. If the meal is skipped, the dose is typically skipped. Do not take extra doses to make up for a missed dose. Check blood glucose and consult your clinician’s instructions when unsure.

Storage and Travel Basics

Before first use, store unopened cartridges in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Protect from excessive heat and light. After first use, keep the pen with the cartridge at room temperature as directed on the label and discard on the timeline specified in the official instructions.

For travel, keep insulin in a carry-on bag with supplies and a copy of your prescription. Use a protective case to prevent damage. Avoid leaving insulin in a parked car or near heat sources. When traveling across time zones, ask your healthcare professional about adjusting meal dosing schedules.

If a cartridge is frozen, overheated, or shows particles or discoloration, do not use it. Dispose of affected supplies safely and start a new cartridge.

Pen Handling and Sharps Disposal

Use only compatible reusable pens and needles. Follow the pen manufacturer’s priming and dosing steps every time. Replace the needle after each injection. Do not recap used needles by hand.

• Needle safety: place used needles in an approved sharps container.
• Pen care: keep the pen cap on when not in use.
• Site rotation: change injection sites to reduce lipodystrophy.
• Do not share: never share pens, cartridges, or needles.

Local rules for sharps disposal vary. Use a puncture-resistant container and follow community guidance for drop-off or collection programs.

Benefits

This mealtime insulin starts working quickly to address post-meal glucose rises. Pen cartridges allow dosing with a compact, reusable device, which can reduce packaging waste. The treatment can be adjusted alongside basal insulin to build a complete regimen tailored by a clinician.

Cartridges support dose flexibility, allow fine dose increments in compatible pens, and can be easier to carry than vials and syringes for some users.

Side Effects and Safety

• Common: hypoglycemia, headache, nasopharyngitis, nausea, diarrhea, injection site reactions.
• Skin and tissue: lipodystrophy or localized skin changes at injection sites.
• Fluid balance: peripheral edema, especially with certain concomitant therapies.

Serious but less common reactions can include severe allergic reactions, hypokalemia, and marked hypoglycemia. Seek urgent care for symptoms of severe hypersensitivity. With any insulin, low blood glucose can occur; monitor regularly and carry a source of fast-acting carbohydrate as advised by your clinician.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Agents that may increase insulin effect include other antidiabetic drugs, salicylates, ACE inhibitors, and some antidepressants. Agents that may reduce effect include corticosteroids, some diuretics, and sympathomimetics. Beta-blockers may blunt hypoglycemia awareness. Thiazolidinediones, when combined with insulin, may increase edema risk. Alcohol can unpredictably affect glucose.

Do not use during episodes of hypoglycemia. Use caution with renal or hepatic impairment and in the elderly. Review all medicines and supplements with a healthcare professional.

What to Expect Over Time

After starting or adjusting mealtime insulin, glucose patterns may change as the regimen stabilizes. Expect ongoing dose adjustments by the prescriber based on logs, meter or CGM data, diet, and activity. Consistent timing with meals, careful carbohydrate awareness, and regular monitoring can improve predictability.

Adherence to injection technique and site rotation helps reduce local reactions. Keep records of doses and readings to support clinical decisions at follow-up visits.

Compare With Alternatives

Other rapid-acting mealtime insulins may be appropriate depending on clinical goals and device preferences. Options include Novorapid® Cartridge and Humalog® Cartridge. Discuss switching considerations, dose conversions, and device compatibility with your clinician. For brand comparisons, see our article Fiasp Vs Humalog.

Pricing and Access

Cartridge availability and Canadian pricing vary by pharmacy. For reference discussions, some shoppers search for Fiasp Penfill Cartridge 3 mL price when budgeting therapy. We facilitate Order Fiasp Cartridges online through licensed Canadian partners with US delivery from Canada. See our current offers on the Insulin Cartridges category page and explore site-wide Promotions. Checkout uses encrypted processing.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can fluctuate. If a specific cartridge is temporarily unavailable, a prescriber may recommend a clinically suitable alternative from the same class. Do not substitute products or change devices without guidance, as compatibility and dosing can differ.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This mealtime insulin may be considered for adults and children who need rapid coverage at meals. It is not for intravenous use and is not intended for insulin pumps in this cartridge form. Avoid use during hypoglycemic episodes. Tell the prescriber about any allergies, other medicines, and health conditions.

To help manage costs, consider multi-month supplies when appropriate, align refills with clinical follow-ups, and keep a spare cartridge available to prevent gaps. Some patients track budgets with tools found by searching for Insulin aspart Penfill cartridge cost. Setting refill reminders can help maintain continuity.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Meal timing: how close to meals should doses be taken?
• Dose method: how should correction doses be handled?
• Device fit: which reusable pens are fully compatible?
• Travel plans: how should dosing align with time zone changes?
• Low readings: what is the hypoglycemia action plan?
• Skin care: how to rotate sites effectively?
• Monitoring: which glucose targets apply to me?

Authoritative Sources

For full prescribing information and device compatibility, consult official resources:

• FDA Prescribing Information
• Health Canada DPD
• Manufacturer Site

Additional Learning

For cartridge overviews and technique tips, see Insulin Cartridges Types.

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