Insulin Summary Flashcards
What are the Rapid-Acting Insulins?
lispro (Humalog, Admelog), aspart (Fiasp, NovoLog), glulisine (Apidra)
When should rapid-acting insulin be given?
Right before meals.
Can Rapid-Acting insulin be taken with other insulin types?
Yes; Long-Acting & Intermediate-Acting
Rapid-Acting Routes
SQ & insulin pump
Rapid-Acting Insulin Onset
10-15 mins
Rapid-Acting Insulin Peak
60 mins/1hr
Rapid-Acting Insulin Duration
2-4 hours
What are the Short-Acting Insulins (regular)?
Regular insulin (Humulin R, Novolin R, Velosulin)
When should short-acting insulin be given?
Given within 30 mins of a meal.
Can Short-Acting insulin be taken with other insulin types?
Yes; Mixed with NPH (regular insulin) first. Clear to cloudy for SQ.
Short-Acting Routes
SQ, IV, insulin drip or pump
Short-Acting Insulin Onset
30 min
Short-Acting Insulin Peak
2-3 hours
Short-Acting Insulin Duration
3-6 hours
What are the Intermediate-Acting Insulins?
NPH (N) (Humulin N,
Novolin N, ReliOn)
How long does intermediate-acting insulin last?
About half a day or overnight.
Can intermediate-acting insulin be taken with other insulin types?
Yes; rapid- & short-acting insulin
Intermediate-Acting Insulin Onset
2-4 hours
Intermediate-Acting Insulin Peak
4-12 hours
Intermediate-Acting Insulin Duration
12-18 hours
What are the Long-Acting Insulins?
detemir (Levemir), glargine (Basaglar, Lantus)
Can Long-acting insulin be used with other insulin types?
Yes; rapid- & short-acting insulin; NEVER mixed in the same syringe; Lowers glusose levels fairly easily
Long-Acting Insulin Onset
2-4 hours
Long-Acting Insulin Peak
Does not peak.
