Drug & supplement interaction

Inositol Nicotinate + Insulin Lispro-Aabc

Insulin Lispro-Aabc brand name: Lyumjev.

Moderate Interaction
Medically reviewed by · Updated September 2026
The bottom line Moderate

Inositol Nicotinate has a moderate interaction with Insulin Lispro-Aabc. Theoretically, inositol nicotinate might increase blood glucose levels and may diminish the effects of antidiabetes drugs.

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SeverityModerate
LikelihoodProbable
EvidenceB
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Interaction report

Inositol Nicotinate and Insulin Lispro-Aabc

Here is the interaction we found between these two, with the evidence behind it.

Moderate

ANTIDIABETES DRUGS

Why this applies to Insulin Lispro-Aabc

Insulin Lispro-Aabc falls under ANTIDIABETES DRUGS — the group Inositol Nicotinate interacts with.

Theoretically, inositol nicotinate might increase blood glucose levels and may diminish the effects of antidiabetes drugs.
Inositol nicotinate is metabolized to niacin in the body. Niacin can cause hyperglycemia, abnormal glucose tolerance, and glycosuria. Increased blood glucose monitoring may be necessary, particularly early in the course of treatment.
Severity Moderate Likelihood Probable Evidence B

Interaction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports..

Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS
Dr. Brian Staiger explains PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist

Here's the gist: Lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc) is your fast-acting mealtime insulin that lowers blood sugar. When inositol nicotinate breaks down in your body, it releases niacin, and niacin can nudge blood sugar up. So these two work against each other. The supplement may make your insulin feel a little less effective, meaning your readings could run higher than you expect.

This is mostly theoretical and the evidence is fairly weak, so don't panic. But if you do add it, keep a closer eye on your blood sugar, especially in the first few weeks. Watch for highs like extra thirst, frequent urination, or fatigue. Never change your insulin dose on your own. Loop in your pharmacist or doctor first so they can guide any adjustments.

Contact Dr. Brian directly if you have additional questions on this interaction
References
  1. Anon. Inositol hexaniacinate. Altern Med Rev 1998;3:222-3.
  2. Crouse JR III. New developments in the use of niacin for treatment of hyperlipidemia: new considerations in the use of an old drug. Coron Artery Dis 1996;7:321-6. PubMed
  3. Garg A, Grundy SM. Nicotinic acid as therapy for dyslipidemia in non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. JAMA 1990;264:723-6. DOI
  4. McKenney J. New perspectives on the use of niacin in the treatment of lipid disorders. Arch Intern Med 2004;164:697-705. PubMed

What These Ratings Mean

Every interaction above is graded three ways — here’s the key to each label.

Severity how clinically significant the interaction is
Major

Clinically significant. Avoid the combination, or use only under close professional supervision.

Moderate

Usually worth avoiding or managing — may need monitoring, a dose change, or timing apart.

Minor

Generally not serious. Be aware of it and mention it to your pharmacist.

Likelihood how strong the evidence is that the interaction actually happens in people
  • LikelyWell-controlled human studies have demonstrated the likely existence of this interaction.
  • ProbableInteraction has not been documented in well-controlled studies, however, the interaction has been demonstrated in some small human studies or in controlled animal studies in conjunction with multiple case reports.
  • PossibleInteraction has been documented in animal or in lab research, or the interaction has been documented in humans but is limited to case reports or conflicting clinical research exists.
  • UnlikelyInteraction has been demonstrated in animal or in lab research but has been shown not to occur in humans.
Evidence the quality of the studies behind the rating (graded A–D)
  • AHigh-quality meta-analysis (quantitative systematic review).
  • BCase-control study.
  • CConsensus.
  • DAnecdotal evidence.

These ratings are for information only. Never start, stop, or otherwise change your therapy before speaking with your provider.

Keep it in perspective

Inositol Nicotinate Also Interacts With Other Medications

Inositol Nicotinate has 222 moderate known drug interactions in our database — the Insulin Lispro-Aabc one above is one of them. If you take anything else, check it against the full list below.

Moderate 222 No known interaction 2,608 (incl. Insulin Lispro-Aabc)
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Everything else you take

See Every Supplement That Interacts With Insulin Lispro-Aabc

This page covers Inositol Nicotinate only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Insulin Lispro-Aabc page lists 239 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.

The most serious there right now: Siberian Cocklebur (major), Acai (moderate), African Wild Potato (moderate), Agaricus Mushroom (moderate) and Agmatine (moderate).

By severity: 1 major · 208 moderate · 30 minor.

From our pharmacist’s overview on the Insulin Lispro-Aabc page

“Lyumjev (insulin lispro-aabc) is an ultra rapid mealtime insulin, built to drop blood sugar quickly, which is why its 239 interacting supplements call for genuine care. Nearly all of them work on the same axis.”

Reviewed by 2 · Jul 18, 2026

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Taking Inositol Nicotinate as Part of a Dietary Supplement Product? Check It for Interactions

We hold 202 real supplement products containing Inositol Nicotinate, each one broken down to its full ingredient list — and combination products often carry several ingredients besides Inositol Nicotinate. Your product may carry other ingredients that interact with Insulin Lispro-Aabc too, on top of Inositol Nicotinate — and those would not show on this page. Find your product and we’ll check every ingredient on its label:

How much people look this up

Where Inositol Nicotinate and Insulin Lispro-Aabc Sit Against Everything Else

Out of every supplement and medication people look up on HelloPharmacist, here is where these two land this week — and which way each has been moving.

Supplement Inositol Nicotinate
Top 25%

#270 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today
Medication Insulin Lispro-Aabc
Steady interest

#1,614 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days

29 days ago today

Position among everything looked up on this site, not a measure of how commonly either one is used or how important it is. A supplement can climb this list because of a news story. It counts every request to the page, automated ones included, and nothing here identifies anyone.

Supplement

About Inositol Nicotinate

What is Inositol Nicotinate?

Inositol Nicotinate
  • Cholesterol support
  • Improving circulation
  • Raynaud's phenomenon
  • Intermittent claudication (leg pain with walking)
  • A 'no-flush' niacin alternative

Inositol nicotinate is a 'no-flush' form of niacin marketed for cholesterol and circulation. Evidence that it works as well as regular niacin is weak and inconsistent, and it is not a proven replacement for prescription cholesterol treatment. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before using it, especially if you have liver problems or take other medicines.

Read the full Inositol Nicotinate monograph & all interactions
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Other Drugs & Inositol Nicotinate

Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Inositol Nicotinate — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.

0Major
222Moderate
0Minor
2,607No known interaction
222 Moderate 2,607 No interaction
Moderate

222 interactions

Showing 60 of 222 moderate interactions — see all 222 on the Inositol Nicotinate page.

No interaction 2,607 drugs checked — show the list

We also checked Inositol Nicotinate against these medications and found no known interaction in our sources. Open any page to confirm.

Showing the 60 most looked-up of 2,607 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Inositol Nicotinate list.

See the full Inositol Nicotinate interactions page
See every supplement checked against Insulin Lispro-Aabc, ranked by severity
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Interaction details are evidence-graded and sourced from the Natural Medicines database. The medication overview comes from MedlinePlus.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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Taking Inositol Nicotinate and Insulin Lispro-Aabc Together: Common Questions

Can you take Inositol Nicotinate with Insulin Lispro-Aabc?
There is a moderate interaction, so it may be acceptable with monitoring or timing changes — but check with your pharmacist first. Read the full details on this page and confirm with your pharmacist before combining them.
How serious is the Inositol Nicotinate and Insulin Lispro-Aabc interaction?
We rate it Moderate. This combination may require monitoring, a dose adjustment, or separating the times you take each one. Consult your pharmacist before using them together.

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