biphasic insulin


bi·pha·sic in·su·lin

the specific antidiabetic principle of the pancreas of the ox in a solution of that from the pancreas of the pig.

biphasic insulin

An insulin formulation consisting of a mixture of intermediate- and short-acting insulin.

biphasic insulin

Endocrinology An insulin formulation consisting of a mixture of intermediate- and fast-acting insulin. See Diabetes mellitus, Insulin.

biphasic insulin

An insulin preparation that includes two components, typically a rapidly acting insulin, e.g., regular insulin, and an insulin that has a longer duration of action, e.g., NPH insulin. See also: insulin