Antidiabetics Flashcards
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Indications of rapid acting insulins
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Need for rapid reduction of glucose levels, postprandial (after meal) hyperglycemia, prevention of nocturnal hyperglycemia.
2
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indications for short acting insulins
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Usually given SQ (sub-cue) or via IV 20-30 minutes before meal. Can be taken alone or in combination with intermediate-acting insulin.
3
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Indications for intermediate (NPH) insulins
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Usually taken after meal
4
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Indications for Long Acting Insulins
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SQ: Used for Basal Dose. CANNOT BE MIXED
5
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Indication for Inhaled Insulin
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Used as a rapid acting insulin.