Insulin Preparation Flashcards
1
Q
Soluble/regular insulin
A
Shortest acting, human recombinant insulin
2
Q
NPH insulin
A
Intermediate acting
Regular insulin mixed with protamine and zinc to reduce absorption
3
Q
Lente insulin
A
Slow absorption, amorphous insulin zinc suspension
4
Q
Lispro and aspart insulin
A
Most soluble and most rapid-acting forms
5
Q
Glargine insulin
A
“peakless” insulin, ultra long-lasting
