Insulin therapy Flashcards
Types of insulin therapy
Rapid-acting insulin: This type of insulin starts working within 15 minutes after injection and lasts for 2-4 hours. It is typically taken before meals to help manage post-meal blood sugar spikes.
Short-acting insulin: This type of insulin starts working within 30 minutes after injection and lasts for 3-6 hours. It is also typically taken before meals to help manage post-meal blood sugar spikes.
Intermediate-acting insulin: This type of insulin takes longer to start working (2-4 hours) but lasts for a longer period (12-16 hours). It is often taken once or twice a day to provide a steady level of insulin throughout the day.
Long-acting insulin: This type of insulin takes several hours to start working (2-4 hours) but lasts for up to 24 hours. It is typically taken once a day to provide a steady level of insulin throughout the day and night.
Combination insulin: This type of insulin combines different types of insulin to provide both rapid-acting and long-acting insulin in one injection. It is often used for people who need both types of insulin to manage their diabetes.
