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[Inhaled insulin: a model for pulmonary systemic absorption?].

M-H Becquemin¹, J-P Chaumuzeau

¹Faculté de Médecine et Université Denis Diderot, Paris VII, Groupe Hospitalier Pitié-Salpétrière et UPRES 2397, Paris, France. marie-helene.becquemin@psl.aphp.fr

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Inhaled insulin offers a new alternative to injections, potentially improving insulin therapy initiation. While absorption is faster, bioavailability is lower, but increased in smokers, with long-term safety still under investigation.

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Area of Science:

Pharmacology
Pulmonology
Endocrinology

Context:

The European Union has approved an inhaled insulin formulation, presenting a novel alternative to traditional injectable insulin.
Insulin therapy initiation is often delayed due to patient apprehension regarding injections.

Purpose:

To review the challenges and considerations associated with the pulmonary route for systemic insulin absorption.
To compare the pharmacokinetics and bioavailability of inhaled versus injectable insulin.
To assess the potential obstacles and long-term safety of inhaled insulin therapy.

Summary:

Inhaled insulin demonstrates comparable pharmacokinetics to injectable forms, with faster absorption but lower overall bioavailability.
Bioavailability of inhaled insulin is notably increased in smokers.
Potential side effects like cough and increased anti-insulin antibodies, along with cost, are considered manageable, but long-term safety, especially in specific populations, requires further study.

Impact:

Facilitates insulin therapy initiation by offering a non-injectable alternative.
Highlights the need for clear indications and further research into the long-term safety of inhaled insulin, particularly concerning its mitogenic potential.