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Q: which is the best insulin Humulin R or Humulin 30/70?
I hear 30/70 last longer

A: it depends on what you are using it for

humulin r is only rapid acting insulin that is used for bolus and pumping, whereas the 30/70 is a mix that contains humulin r and a longer acting insulin.

also, it depends on your body, how it reacts to the insulin, so the best person to ask this question is an endocrinologist, a specialist in the endocrine system, which the pancreas belongs to, so most endocrinologists are experts in diabetes treatment.

Q: is there a difference between INSULINS (short acting) Novolin R, Humulin R and insulin, regular?
Just curious if there is a difference and if so what is it?
im not taking insulin by the way. I am studying pharmacology for Rn school. The instructors have asked us to study insulin over the holidays and get ready to be tested in January. In our book it shows insulin short acting and insulin Reg with the name Novolin R and Humulin R. Just trying to differentiate.

A: Like Regular, Humalog and Novolog are used to cover meals and snacks. Most meals raise the blood sugar for only 2 to 3 hours afterwards. Once injected, Regular insulin takes 30 minutes to begin working, peaks between 2 and 4 hours and hangs on for 6 to 8 hours, long after the meal stopped raising the blood sugar. Humalog and Novolog, on the other hand, begin working in about 10 minutes, peaks at one to one and a half hours and are gone in about three and a half to four hours.

Many people who’ve tried these faster insulins report that their control is improved and that they feel better. The great advantage of fast insulins are that they match the “action time” for most meals. You can take them as you begin eating, rather than the 30 to 45 minutes prior to eating required of Regular. No longer do you need to accurately anticipate when you (or your young child with diabetes) will begin eating. In addition, Humalog and Novolog leave your body faster so you don’t have residual insulin causing low blood sugars in the late afternoon or, even worse, in the middle of the night.

For most meals, fast insulins will be lowering the blood sugar at the same time the food is raising it. The rise in the blood sugar seen in the couple of hours after eating is much lower, especially with Novolog, and by the end of three hours the blood sugar is often back to its starting point.

With Humalog or Novolog, you’re better equipped to prevent spiking blood sugar between meals, while avoiding the lows that result from the combined buildup of Regular and long-acting insulins. The new Lantus insulin is an excellent choice when using these fast insulins to cover meals. The clearly defined action times for the fast insulins makes it easier to correctly adjust meal doses.

Humalog and Novolog are also excellent insulins to use to lower high blood sugars. Their faster action means that less time is spent at high blood sugar levels, and there will be less residual insulin triggering low blood sugars later.

Humalog is produced by Lilly and was first released in the U.S. in 1996, while Novolog is made by Novo Nordisk and was released in 2001. Both insulins offer quicker action time than the original “short-acting” Regular insulin, which first became available in 1921. However, users also report significant differences in activity between each of the three insulins. Let’s first look at these differences.

Q: I have Type 2 Diabetes and take Humulin N and R but only have N left?
I have run out of my Humulin R insulin but still have my N left. I won’t be able to get my R for a few days. I am prescribed to take both together twice a day. Is it ok to just take my N (long lasting one) only until I can get my R again? Is this safe? If anyone with Type 2 or deals with these insulins know and can lend some insight please let me know. Thanks

A: No, you cannot skip even part of your insulin.

Get some R now.

Q: has anyone ever used Humulin R with insulin pump?
right now i use Novolog, but i am pretty much out of it and my insurance doesn’t kick back in until June 1st. ive talked to my doctor’s office and they said they can’t give me anything because i haven’t been to them in a year. so i just need something to get me through at least a week until my doctor’s appointment on the 3rd. till then my only option is the over the counter insulin. my perscription has also expiered, so i can’t even pay out of pocket……has anyone else ever switched to Humulin temporarily? i take 1.00 an hour of Novolog.
yes, VERY frustrating when they told me they couldn’t give me anything because i technically im not a patient of theirs anymore ..even though im on file!! and have an appoinment in less than a week!! when i was a patient, they had no problem giving me free stuff every now and then. i may not be their patient, but im STILL a diabetic!!the medical system is really messed up when it comes to people with chronic illnesses. i didn’t ask for diabetes!
thanks to everyone for the advice and understanding. but here is an update. i called my doctor one last time to tell them i had no choice but to go on Humulin R. they called back and said, “No, don’t get that stuff. come in and get some samples.” …. Was that so hard?!?! lol… he said to make sure i come in for my next appointment. (well, duh!i need a new prescription!) so im thanking God for coming through for me. but it shouldn’t have had to pull teeth to get something i need from my own doctor. anywho… for now, all is right with the world. =) thanks again!

A: yes you can. we have.

Damn, they wouldn’t give you one vial to carry you over to your appt, huh? Talk about the punishment not fitting the crime! I’ve heard of punishment by death but I thought we did away with that shortly after medieval times.

Q: what insulin units on sliding scale mean?
You are also to give Humulin-R insulin 8 units (according to the sliding scale) and Humulin 70/30 insulin 36 units sub cu. q.am

A: To me, this means that you need to be able to count the number of grams of carbohydrates that you will eat at each meal, and inject an amount of insulin that will be able to handle that amount.

This is often expressed as a ratio – such as 1 unit of insulin for each 5 grams of carbohydrates, or 1 for each 10 grams. You can end up injecting a different amount of insulin at each meal depending on what you will be eating.

That requires two very important things, however:
1) that you have been given proper education by a diabetes educator on how to read nutrition labels and properly estimate food quantities so that you can properly count the grams of carbs in each meal and snack.

2) that you and your doctor, or a diabetes educator, have figured out what the proper insulin to carb ratio is for you. It will vary from person to person and you cannot generalize about what might work. Sometimes, the ratio will vary according to time of day: in the morning, perhaps the ratio is 1 to 3, for lunch and dinner, however, it might be 1 to 6. This really has to be worked out over time, by keeping very careful records of what you eat (and how many carbs are in each meal), how much insulin you inject, and what the blood sugar measurements are before, and two hours after, every meal. The doctor could suggest a ratio for you to try, but it is only by careful carb estimates and faithful recording of sugar levels that you will find out if those ratios work or need adjustment.

The other factor involved is a correction factor. If you start a meal with you blood sugar at 100, then the proper insulin to carb ratio usually works out OK. However, sometimes the glucose level before a meal will be much higher (happens to almost everyone sometimes). In that case, you would add some additional units to the amount that you calculate form the ratio. It might be something like: 1 additional unit for each 30 points that the glucose is over 140 (using US units, don’t know the mmol equivalent). So, if you measured 170, you would calculate the usual insulin dose from your standard insulin to carb ratio, then add 1 unit as a correction.

If you started the meal at 200, then you would add 2 units… and so on.

It takes some effort, but it is absolutely worth it to achieve good control and to manage the disease properly. With good management, you can live a good, long, healthy life.

Q: Insulins: Humulin 70/30 & Humulin R?
Can Humulin 70/30 sub cu. once a day adn Humulin R sub cu. by sliding scale q.i.d. be mixed together?

A: Humulin 70/30 is 70% Humulin N and 30% Humulin R. When I switched from a mixture of about 80% Lilly Ultralente and 20% Semilente once a day in 1993, my doctor put me on Humulin N and Humulin R in the morning and Humulin 70/30 in the evening. I’ve always been sliding scale, since 1955. My mom had three semesters of medical school, so she had the knowledge to adjust my insulin dosage. I started determining my dosage when I was 14. I stopped taking the Humulin R in the morning 2 or 3 years ago. I’ve always been sensitive to regular insulin, and my sensitivity has increased since I’ve been post-menopausal, although every now and then I still have indications of a monthly hormonal cycle. The phase of the moon effects me a lot more.

Q: Is anybody on an insulin pump and what kind of insulin do you use in yours? Have you gained alot of weight?
I am using one and I use Humulin R U-500 insulin. I have gained a tremendous amount of weight.

A: i also have an insulin pump, a minimed, and am using R-Novolog insulin..U-100…never heard of the 500. i did gain weight after starting on it, and was told that people do tend to put on some weight after beginning pump therapy. it is usually caused by the more flexible lifestyle that u can lead with a pump. since bolus’s can be adjusted easier, it is easier to eat extra helpings or make choices that u wouldn’t have made before. another reason could be that your basal rate is set too high. my doctor told me that you should not be having low blood sugars based on the basal rate..the bs should only be adjusted based on your bolus’s..does that make sense? in other words, if you are eating extra to keep up with the basal rate, it may be set too high. think back prior to the pump…were u eating less? or were u started on the pump right at the onset of your diabetes diagnosis? if so..your weight may have been down because your blood sugar was not in control..and now it is..just a couple of ideas..if you haven’t seen a dietician for a while, maybe you should keep a journal of what you are eating…every bite, lol..and show the dietician..surely, he or she can give you some ideas on what may be going wrong..i know, weight control is a frustrating issue, and maybe that will help. good luck!!

Q: Any Docs or Nurses know the answer to this insulin question?
It’s been a while since I’ve been back in the profession and going back. Obviously, one of these questions is wrong on this open book test. Anyone know and why your answer is right so I will be aware in the future?

Which is an incorrect order for insulin?

A. 5 units Humulin R subcutaneously now.
B. 10 units Humulin R subcutaneously every AM.
C. 30 units Humulin N subcutaneously every AM.
D. 60 units Humulin R subcutaneously now.
I think you’re right MS3. Your answer was my first impression and now that I recall, a sliding scale doesn’t even allow 60 units! If someone needed that much insulin they probably need to be on an IV drip cause their blood glucose would be well over 350 minimum. Its been 2 years since Ive been out of nursing and going back. It will all come back to me. Thanks for your help!

A: Many type 2’s take 60+ units at a time.

When I was pregnant I was taking over 300+ units a day.

So you see, it is not unheard of.

Q: Why does Insulin make you gain weight?
I’m eating healthier and leaner now than I did last year before I went on insulin. Im on Lantus and Humulin R. I’ve gained 25 lbs and still climbing. Are there any insulins that don’t make you gain weight?

A: Insulin lowers glucose through several mechanisms. One is to stimulate the conversion of glucose into fat. This is why Type 1 diabetics typically lose weight before diagnosis – less insulin means less fat storage. This is also why type 2 is typically overweight. Their bodies are resistant to insulin, so the body produces more insulin. More insulin means more fat. I believe the new Levemir insulin causes less weight gain than the Lantus, but I have not seen anyone on it, so that’s all I can say. What I can say, is that Byetta has been shown to help lose weight, and it does not carry the risk of low sugar. it is still an injected drug, but weight gain is not an issue. Talk to the doc about it. He may be willing to put you on byetta (assuming your insurance will cover it of course – meds only help if you can afford them!)(also assuming you are type 2. if you are type 1, ask about the levemir)

Q: can humulin r and lantis be mixed?
my sister in law wants to know if you can mix humulin r and lantis? i personally dont know about insulin but she called and told me to look it up on the internet. thanks

A: lantis should NOT be mixed with anything

Q: difference between humulin n and novolin n?
my boyfriend has been a diabetic since seven years old. He has always used humulin n and r insulin injetctions up until the last month. He has had been changed to novolin n and r, and feels his body is not reacting in a positive way to the change. I need to know if there are any differences between the two insulins that can cause his body to react to any changes in the insulin.

A: My understanding is that they are essentially identical and that little to no changes should be required. Is there a reason he’s still on novolin as opposed to the newer insulins Humalog or Novolog? They are much faster-acting and effective than the older insulins. Much closer to how human insulin works. Have him ask his doc about it. It’s more expensive, but most insurances cover it well now.

Q: what are some alternatives to mixing insulin?
What are some alternatives if a patient is unable to mix their morning insulin? (Type 1) Patient is taking Humulin N 15, Humulin R 5 in morning and Humulin N 7 in evening.

A: N is awful. Get a new doctor.

Seriously, there are so many better options. I did 16 years on N when there were no other options available. Now there are choices. A pump, Lantus, Levimir. Talk to the doctor, or get a new one.

Q: 2 questions about Insulin for Diabetics?
1) A diabetes poster that I am studying says Regular insulin (Humulin R, Novolin R) and intermediate acting insuline (Humulin N, Novolin N) are OTC (Over the Counter). Could this be a typo???
I thought all insulins are obtained by Rx (prescriptions) here in the United States of America.

2) The poster also goes on to say that the usual daily dose of insulin for Type 1 DM is calculated as: 0.7-2.5 unit/kg/day
But I thought I learned in school the daily dose of insulin for Type 1 DM is: 0.5-0.6 unit/kg/day.
HOWEVER, for Type 2 DM, it is: 0.7-2.5 unit/kg/day
So, which is right?

Someone please get back at me. Thank u!

A: I have to have prescriptions for all of my insulin. And as far as dosage, every person’s disease is different. How much insulin a person has to take depends on their personal needs. I know people with type 2 that take 100 units of Levimir every night and day time insulin that is adjusted by what and how much they eat. Others that I know take only 20 units a night and none during the day. So, I think the poster is all messed up.

Q: I need documentatio and the answer to at what temperature humulin n are r freeze at. ?
I have been keeping the vials in their box and putting in a fridge to go lunch sak next to an ice pack and some believe the insulin will freeze that what. I haven’t been able to find written documentation to say eactly what point the insulin freezes

A: insulin freezes at 32 degrees Farenheit, it should not go below 38 degrees.

Q: Mixing two types of Insulin, Need Help. Please!?
Hi all,

I am Type-1 Diabetic patient and recently I have started using Insulin. First, I was prescribed Humulin 70/30 but my blood sugar was not adjusted.
I was then prescribed with Humulin R and Humulin N to be mixed together. I notices that Insulin R was working better than N.

Now I want to ask another question.

Are there any patients that are mixing Humalog/Lispro with Insulin R or Just using Humalog/Lispro alone. Can I control my sugar better with these two or single alone?

My readings are either in 250mg/dl+ or as low as 50mg/dl. I want to stabelize my blood glucose level

Please help me out! There is no specific diabetic guidance centers in my country, My only hope are you people with experience.

I am 22yrs old.

Thanks

A: What? There are no specific diabetic guidance centers in America? You’ve either got to be joking, or you’re not aware of where they’re situated.

First of all, Humalog/Lispro is what’s termed a bolus (fast-acting) insulin, which is taken at times of eating. This would not give adequate cover unless you were using a pump. (With a pump, insulin is infused continually over any 24-hour period so there’s no need for a longer-acting insulin.)

Humulin R has a period of action that lasts anywhere from 4 to 12 hours, so it may not be providing you with a long enough duration of operation to act as a normal basal rate of insulin would. (The basal rate is equivalent to the tiny amounts that a healthy pancreas would be offering to the system over any 24-hour period.)

You’re obviously being prescribed your insulin from a doctor somewhere, so I’d advise you to go back to that doctor and explain the sorts of blood sugar levels you’re getting. (I’m sure you already realise that blood sugar levels of 50 mg/dL are too low, and you, undoubtedly, need to take remedial action to prevent you slipping further into hypoglycemia.)

Put simply then, having been diagnosed as type 1, you will, unless you’re using a pump, need to have a combination of two insulins … the longer acting one to act as a basal dose, and the shorter acting one to act as a bolus dose.

I wish you the very best of luck in getting your doctor to review your medication.

I hope you have a long, happy, healthy, and trouble-free future.

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Q: I am confused about insulin pens.?
I would like to switch to using an insulin pen, preferably one that uses the BD Ultra Fine III Short Pen Needles (or equivalent). I want a fast-acting insulin. What I am really confused about is the difference between Humulin N and Humulin R, mainly the difference in how quickly they work. I would prefer to stick with Lilly, as they make my other pen, Byetta, and would likely use the same type of pen needle.
I have discussed this with my doctor, she just wasn’t sure which types of insulin are available in a pen. She agreed with me on using fast-acting, and it will only be used as a back-up to the Byetta. This is just a matter of finding the type of insulin we are looking for in a pen. So far, the Humalog sounds about right.

A: R is short for regular. It is equivalent to the insulin that comes from the pancreas. It starts working in 30-45 minutes, peaks at about 1-2 hours, and lasts for about 4-6 hours.

N is short for NPH. It is regular insulin suspended in a special solution to make it absorb more slowly. It peaks in about 4-5 hours, and lasts for about 8 hours. This is used for basal insulin, usually 2 times a day. It’s absorption can be very irregular leading to wide swings in sugar.

Humalog, also made by Lily, is human insulin with 2 of the amino acids switched. It starts working in 15-20 minutes, peaks in about 1 hour, and lasts for about 3-5 hours.

Lantus is a long acting, “peakless” insulin that you could take once a day for basal insulin.

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Q: How often does the time-released insulin Humulin N release into your body? I take it A.M. and at bedtime.?
I use a syringe if that makes a difference!

A: N is the most unpredictable of all the insulins. It varies from person to person.

Very few docs prescribe this anymore, unless you don’t do well on Lantus or Levimir, which have much flatter, more predictable curves.

Q: IS anyone using insulin Humulin N?
What is your experience?

A: Try webmd.com you can find alot there….ROB

A: No, you cannot skip even part of your insulin.

Get some R now.

Q: if an adolescent with diabetes takes humulin n at 7:30 AM, the time of day an insulin reaction is likely to oc

A: “an intermediate-acting insulin with a slower onset of action and a longer
duration of activity (up to 24 hours) than that of Regular human insulin. The time course of
action of any insulin may vary considerably in different individuals or at different times in the
same individual. As with all insulin preparations, the duration of action of Humulin N is
dependent on dose, site of injection, blood supply, temperature, and physical activity. Humulin N
is a sterile suspension and is for subcutaneous injection only.”

From the .pdf from the Lily Company

Which is an incorrect order for insulin?

A: Many type 2’s take 60+ units at a time.

When I was pregnant I was taking over 300+ units a day.

So you see, it is not unheard of.

A: insulin freezes at 32 degrees Farenheit, it should not go below 38 degrees.

A: N is awful. Get a new doctor.

Seriously, there are so many better options. I did 16 years on N when there were no other options available. Now there are choices. A pump, Lantus, Levimir. Talk to the doctor, or get a new one.

Q: I am taking the ptce tomorrow and i dont understand this question, can someone help?
What is the days supply for Humulin N insulin 20ml, if the dose is 40 U daily?
a) 100 days
b) 30 days
c) 60 days
d) 50 days
the book says the answer is d but, how did they get that?

A: I stumbled on that question, as well.

I’m guessing that you’re using The Pharmacy Tehcnician: Workbook and Certification Review (Third Edition).

Working with the answer that the book gave you, you could have worked backwards to find out the amount of Humulin N to be dispensed.

Your first proportion would have been the following:
Humulin N units / 1 mL = x units / 20 mL

However, because the amount of Humulin N to be dispensed is “unknown,” you have to work backwards.

The reverse calculations are as follows:

Set up your proportions using the book’s answer -
40 units / 1 day = x units / 50 days

You would have cross-multiplied [and divided by 1] and ended up with 2000 units.

Use your first proportion from earlier, where we can now fill in the “x” with “2000″ -
Humulin N units / 1 mL = 2000 units / 20 mL

You would have ended up with 100 Humulin N units.

*Humulin N U-100 is usually the standard amount of Humulin N to be dispensed for medications.*

You should know that before taking the exam, just as you should know the concentrations of D5W, normal saline, etc.

From now on, if the amount to be dispensed is not given in a calculation problem, go with the most common, standard amount [so you won't have to work backwards].

Good luck!

Q: Can a non-diabetic OD on insulin?
I am a Melbourne based author. I’m currently writing a novel in an attempt to reduce suicides in young people. My novel is about 3 teenagers who kill themselves and learn important information on the other side.

I have an idea that one character (who has OCD and wants a clean death) will overdose on Insulin – however she is NOT diabetic, she obtains the insulin from her diabetic father.

Obviously as a writer I need to do my research so that the occurance is valid and believable.

1. Will it work if she is not diabetic?
2. Would Humulin N (NPH insulin) be best?
3. How much should she inject?

note: this is a POSITIVE project, not a negative one. In no way will I be condoning suicide!

thank you
This is one of many research methods I’m using. I thought on here I’d get some people with REAL experienced knowledge on insulin.

A: Yes you can OD from insulin, a few months back a mother killed her son and then tried to kill herself by doing that, what a nut. I believe the best insulin for this would be a fast acting one, humalog or novolog, NPH is a basal so won’t probably work due to the fact that it will take to long and allow the body to recover. The dose should be high around maybe 50 units I would guess but the dose I am just guessing, a regular dose is normaly from 10-20 units in the morning, and if its a pump 1 unit per 14 grams of carb eaten.

Please use this for what you say you want it, I don’t want you to do anything so horrible.

Someone please get back at me. Thank u!

Q: when switching from nph insulin to 1 a day lantus is there apecial way to do it and we re a little nervous abo
my husband has been on insulin shots for 13 years, humulin n and humulin r new dr. put him on lantus one shot at bedtime and Avandamet2mg/1000 2 x daily. little nervous about change over. he works contruction and burns alot of carbs all day . guess we just need some more direction than we were given

A: A combination of Lantus and Avandamet may give him more consistent blood sugars during the day.

I’d suggest that he do finger sticks fairly often during the first few days at work, to see where the sugar is running. Just in case, have him carry some glucose tablets. Then, let his doctor know the readings.

As you know, consistently “normal” blood sugars help prevent/minimize the consequences of diabetes.

Good luck.

Q: when using Humalog what do i do if i want to have a snack?
I have been using Humulin R and N Insulin for 15 years and just started using Humilog and Lantis insulin today. The Humulin stays longer in your system so having a snack is not a problem. I was thinking that if Humilog works in 15 min. and then leaves your system in about 1-2 hours what happens if I want to have a snack? Do i have to take another shot to eat a piece of friut in the afternoon?

A: Glad you’re using the more modern insulins…you will notice a big improvement in your BG’s by not having that “peaking” action of the old insulins. Whether you take an injection for a snack depends on the amount of carb. For me, anything over 5g of carb needs insulin to handle it. So for a piece of fruit, yes you’ll need to bolus for that.

Q: Gestational Diabetes, started insulin recently, but sugars went up?
I have been monitored for gestational diabetes since December. (I am 24 weeks along right now.) I had to start insulin on Feb 25th – Humulin N, 4 units at night – since my morning numbers were high (consistently over five, usually in the 6’s).
However, since starting the Humulin, almost all my number have gone up! My morning numbers have been 5.3 (not bad, but they haven’t gone down.) What is concerning me is that my numbers 1 hour after each meal have been in the nines – I have only had numbers that high twice in the three months I was monitoring, but now have had them 5 times in the last two days. Pre-meals my sugars are anywhere from 4.7 (normal for me) to in the 7s.
I am wondering if my other number could be going up because of the Humulin N? Can people have that kind of reaction? Is there just an adjustment period for the body when it starts getting insulin?
My diet hasn’t really changed, except to count my milks as carbs – so that should actually be making it easier. I am so frustrated!!! I do not want to go on the Humalog if I don’t have to, especially if there is a reaction going on here.
Anyone experience anything similar?

My ketones also went up this morning – from 5 – 15, which I haven’t had before.
In Canada we use a different measurement. I read (online) that it translates to 1/18 of the US measurements. So my morning sugars on insulin would be 97.2 (They want it under 90), pre-meals are 84.6 – 140’s and post-meals have gone up to into the 160’s.

A: yes certain insulin can be uneffective for certain people however I dont understand the kind of tester ur using ive never seen a single digit tester but either way if ur experiencing high sugars u need to contact your doctor immediatly

Q: Gestational Diabetes, started insulin two days ago, but blood sugars are up?
I have been monitored for gestational diabetes since December. (I am 24 weeks along right now.) I had to start insulin on Feb 25th – Humulin N, 4 units at night – since my morning numbers were high (consistently over five, usually in the 6’s).
However, since starting the Humulin, almost all my number have gone up! My morning numbers have been 5.3 (not bad, but they haven’t gone down.) What is concerning me is that my numbers 1 hour after each meal have been in the nines – I have only had numbers that high twice in the three months I was monitoring, but now have had them 5 times in the last two days. Pre-meals my sugars are anywhere from 4.7 (normal for me) to in the 7s.
I am wondering if my other number could be going up because of the Humulin N? Can people have that kind of reaction?
My diet hasn’t really changed, except to count my milks as carbs – so that should actually be making it easier. I am so frustrated!!! I do not want to go on the Humalog if I don’t have to, especially if there is a reaction going on here.
Anyone experience anything similar?

A: You might need both – one for fasting blood sugar control and the other one to control blood sugar spikes.

Ask your doctor if you are a candidate for Byetta or Glyburide.

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Q: Humulin/insulin?
could someone explain how you would produce genetically engineered human insulin, using the extracted pancreatic DNA

A: Engineers use bacteria. The bacteria are manipulated with human DNA in a way as to think that they are pancreas cells (beta cells). They therefore, produce human insulin.

Q: what’s the difference between novilin insulin & humulin insulin?

A: Same thing. Novolin is the name of the drug, humulin is simply one of its brand names.

Q: Does anyone understand Humulin Insulin? Nurse or doctors..?
I had to be taken to the hospital twice with hyperglycermia. The second trip was due to my doctor not letting me get into the office, and not replacing medication he took me off of because of diarrhea. Now my sugar levels are up way high. The ER put me on humulin injections on a sliding scale per my tests before I eat. But my levels still go up after I eat. And by the time I have to eat again they are somewhat down but not to normal. I have a doctor’s appt.(new doctor) and will ask him questions but was just wondering.

Example of sugar level before eating- 200 then I take the insulin and then eat like a ham sandwich and 1/2 apple then 4-5 hours later my sugar shows 393. I am confused – if you are a nurse or doctor please can you explain? (I take Lantus insulin 30 mcg at bedtime too)
I googled it and don’t understand all that stuff.
Yes, I take Humulin R 100. sliding scale used.

And this is for the EMT on here.. I have been controlling it until my doctor took me off 3 meds because of the diarrhea I’ve had for about 2 months. He only left me on Lantus 30 mcg in 24 hours (taken at bedtime) And I don’t hardly eat … see example.

A: Sounds like your treatment may needs adjustment. I take lantus at bedtime, then humalog (a rapid acting insulin) before each meal. I have a sliding: scale if my bg is over 100 I take humalog to cover that as well as an amount to match the food I am eating. Make sure you are keeping a journal of what you eat and when, and the insulin you take, also exercise or emotional events, you can show this to your dr. and it can help him to see any patterns to what is happening.You might also find it helpful to talk with a Diabetes Educator regarding setting up an eating plan. She can also explain the things that your dr. doesn’t have time to.
I hope this gives you some ideas to take with your dr. about.
a good website:http://www.joslin.org

Q: How often does the time-released insulin Humulin N release into your body? I take it A.M. and at bedtime.?
I use a syringe if that makes a difference!

A: N is the most unpredictable of all the insulins. It varies from person to person.

Very few docs prescribe this anymore, unless you don’t do well on Lantus or Levimir, which have much flatter, more predictable curves.

Q: Which is better Lantus or Humulin Insulin?

A: Depends on how high the blood sugar values are. Lantus is a longer acting insulin (18-24 hours)& Humulin (8-10 hours) is a slower acting one.

Q: Doc upped my insulin intake to 80 units of Humulin every 24 hours. This makes my skin burn. Is this normal?
I am taking 40 units of Humulin every 12 hours (total of 80 units per 24 hours, via 2 injections daily). I also take Humalog now and then. Ever since my doctor upped my insulin intake to 80 units per day, I get this weird burning sensation all over my body (surface of skin). It hurts like the dickens, and it makes life unbearable at times! It makes walking difficult because my clothes rub up against my skin and irritate it that much more. It’s hard to sleep because the covers, again, irritate my skin. To put it in perspective, it feels like a sun burn. Is this a normal side effect / reaction to the insulin, or is this a type of neuropathy? (As well, when my doctor placed me on daily injections of Lantus, I developed the same skin irritation, but it was worsened by severe hot and cold flashes, nervousness, and excessive sweating. Every other symptom but the skin irritation disappeared after I switched back to Humulin; however, the burning is driving me crazy!) Any advice? Help! Thanks.

A: My friend you might have allergic reactions. Try levemir.. I switched to levemir and its only once a day. Talk to your endocrinologist ASAP. this insulin is new and it has been changing the lives of many in a very good way.

Q: Humulin and Novolin insulin?
what is the difference between huulin 70/30 and novolin 70/30 insulin and can novulin be used in place of humulin?

A: Humulin 70/30– begins working within thirty minutes and reaches its peak between two and four hours after injection. Humulin will last between 14 and 24 hours.

Novolin 70/30 – begins working within thirty minutes and reaches its peak between two and 12 hours. Novolin lasts up to 24 hours.

Novolog 70/30 – begins working with just ten to 20 minutes after injection and reaches its peak at around one to four hours. Novolog will last up to 24 hours.

Humulin 50/50 – begins working within thirty minutes and reaches its peak at around two to five hours. Humulin may last between 18 and 24 hours.

Humalog mix 75/25 – begins working at around 15 minutes and reaches its peak between 30 minutes and two and a half hours. Humolog generally lasts between 16 and 20 hours.

Q: which is the best insulin Humulin R or Humulin 30/70?
I hear 30/70 last longer

A: it depends on what you are using it for

humulin r is only rapid acting insulin that is used for bolus and pumping, whereas the 30/70 is a mix that contains humulin r and a longer acting insulin.

Q: 20 units of novolog insulin equals how many units of humulin 50/50 insulin?

A: Those two types of insulin are not interchangeable.

NovoLog is a fast-acting insulin that begins to work very quickly.

Humulin 50/50 is a mixture of 50% Human Insulin Isophane Suspension and 50% Human Insulin Injection (rDNA origin). It is an intermediate-acting insulin combined with the more rapid onset of action of Regular human insulin. The duration of activity may last up to 24 hours following injection. The time course of action of any insulin may vary considerably in different individuals or at different times in the same individual.

Q: i’m male 150 lbs with type 1 diabetes. i take 20/12 units of humulin insulin per day. is that enough?

A: yea i would have to say that you should ask your doctor about that. I mean if you have your sugars under control with that amount of insulin, then yea it should be enough. If not then you should tell your doctor. I am also type 1 diabetic male about 150 lbs and i only take 8/6 units of novalog insulin per day, i thought it was weird taking so little but my sugar readings are pretty good and my doctor just tells me to keep up the good work.

A: yes you can. we have.

Q: IS anyone using insulin Humulin N?
What is your experience?

A: Try webmd.com you can find alot there….ROB

Q: Diabetic Insulin: took 2 units of Humulin instead of Humulog after taking 45 units Lantus….Concerned.?
I am recently diagnosed diabetic and am on Insulin. I take Lantus once a day (45 units) and take Humalog on a sliding scale. Prior to Lantus, I was taking Humulin. This morning, I took my Lantus and needed 2 units of Humalog. I accidentally took 2 units of Humulin. Does anyone know if this is ok?? They are both long acting insulins and it was only 2 units but of course I am concerned. I will call the doc but wanted to see if anyone out there knew something about this. Thank you!

A: humilin should peak at about 5 hours, so thats when it would affect you the most, 2 units isnt really a lot of humilin, i take humilin instead of a 24 hour insulin cuz i have bad skin reactions and i wouldnt be concerned, being newly diagnosed is scary but youll be fine

Which is an incorrect order for insulin?

A: Many type 2’s take 60+ units at a time.

When I was pregnant I was taking over 300+ units a day.

So you see, it is not unheard of.

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Q: where can i buy humalog insulin?

A: just about any pharmacy

Q: How to buy Insulin in London?
I’m a type 1 diabetic and I’ve just arrived in London. I have to buy Insulin, but they won’t accept the prescription from my doctor in Brazil. I tried to go to the doctor and get a new prescription, but they want to charge me £200 for a simple consult. What to do? I use Lantus and Humalog.

A: I am afraid these are both prescription only medications and GPs in London are much more switched on to treating foreign nationals privately than they are in the provinces. Unless you strike lucky with a sympathetic GP you will just have to cough up.

Q: I am not so rich to throw away a vial of lantus or humalog after 28 days?
As a case of IDDM i use 600 unit of humalog and 750 unit of lantus insulin per month .according to the datas lantus and humalog should not be used after 28 days from unpacking. I bought a bvial of humalog Euro 36.86 and lantus Euro 50.00. I can not afford after 28 days of usage throw away my insulin.the manufacturer must make them in a way that they would be valid for min. 2 month.

ANYHOW DO LANTUS AN HUMALOG WORK EXACTLY 28 DAYS NOT MORE. IS THERE A WAY FOR THE PEOPLE LIKE ME WHO CANT AFFORD ?

A: I am also Type 1 diabetic and have been in a situation where I can not afford to throw the medicine away. Here is what I recommend.

Lantus – keep it refrigerated. By leaving it out it tends to spoil quickly. I have successfully used and not had a problem for 2 months.

Humalog – I have also used it for more than 28 days. Since you need to have humalog at room temp for use it is harder to keep it refrigerated.

Keep in mind the 28 days is recommended. However, you usually have at least a month more. If you are going past the recommended days watch your blood glucose levels. If you notice it takes more insulin to do the job or it is not working throw it out.

Since you mention finances and diabetes is a rich man disease – talk to your doctor and see if you can get samples that the drug companies provide (Not sure if they do this in the UK however they do in the US) or see if there is a program where you can get free medicine from the manufacturers (another program in the US).

Good luck.

Q: How can I use humalog insulin with NPH ?
Congratulation for diabetes day.
I use humalog as bolous and glargin-Lantus as basal.but now I have no more lantus but have still humalog for 1 year. since I can not afford to buy Lantus anymore due to high price.is it possible I use humalog with NPHinsulin which is cheaper.please dont reffer me to doctors .they are not available .thanks
Now I use 27 unit lantus at bed time and 8 to 10 unit humalog before each meal.But I have no lantus anymore in few days time.

A: Yes you can, humalog should be used 10-15mins before each meal, I dont know know what dosage you should be on though and then you should check you blood sugar after eating and then do a sliding scale injection with humalog if sugar is above 200. And just use your NPH like you always do. You just have to use NPH more often then lantus, I think in the morning and evening, because lantus lasts 24hours and NPH doesn’t last that long. I dont know what dose you should be using though.

Im not sure what the conversion would be. Might want to start out with 20 units of NPH in morning and evening and watch for hypoglycemia and increase the dosage as you need too.

Q: Levemir Insulin – long acting – does it bother your eyes?
I am on two insulins – Levemir for long acting all day – 40 units and Humalog before each meal on a sliding scale depending on my blood sugar. Has anyone had any side effects from the Levemir bothering your eyes – mine are blurry lately at night mostly, but….. I also just bought a flat screen monitor and I also just began taking a sleep aid. Anyone heard of these problems?

A: The insulin should improve your eyesight, if it has any effect at all.

Diabetes will cause all sorts of eyesight problems. By getting your blood sugars under control, your eyesight should improve.

I think you may be having problems with the sleep aid, but you need to check with your doctor.

Q: Advice concerning buying insulin from canadian pharmacies on line.?
Recently lost job and insurance due to surgeries. Need to find humalog cheaper. Can anyone advise as to wether it is safe to order from canadian pharmacies online, and if you can tell me of any particular ones you have had success with. thanks.

A: Take a look at www.low-cost-rx.com, but……….

Be careful, there are many sites that will just take your money and either send you nothing or fake meds.

Here is how I decide if an on-line site is valid, it must have

1/ Guarantee on product quality (Country FDA approval)
2/ Guarantee on product delivery
3/ full selection of products
4/ Honest answers (FAQ’s, product descriptions)
5/ details on each product’s side effects (shows that they are not trying to sell you a product that might not be right for you)
6/ a real street address
7/ 800 number and on-line chat for questions
8/ a site that does not try and disguise itself as an information site when it is really just a sales site

and then I also want realistically low prices

LOW-COST-RX.COM is a site that I have used and trust, it is based in the UK and ships to worldwide

Q: DOES ANYONE HAS EXPERIENCE BUYING DIABETIC MEDICAL SUPPLIES IN MEXXICO?
I AM A DIABETIC IN CA. WITHOUT MEDICAL INSURANCE. I AM CURRENTLY PAYING OUT OF POCKET WITCH IS VERY EXPENSIVE. I REMEMBER SOME RELATIVES BUYING MEDICATION IN MEXICO BECAUSE IT IS CHEAPER BUT THEY ARE NO LONGER AROUND TO ASK. DOES ANYONE HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW EASY IT IS TO DO AND WHERE I COULD PURCHASE IT ? I CURRENTLY USE HUMALOG AND LANTUS INSULINS, AND GABBAPENTIN 300MG, PLEASE HELP ANY INFORMATION IS APPRECIATED.

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Q: What is responsible for the swelling of the legs, face, and other areas of the body. I am diabetics on insulin
i have been on insulin because i have been diabetic for eight years now. currently on humalog 75/25, and working okay for m e. but i have discovered two weeks ago that my legs are getting bigger and kind of swollen, though it gets better when i wake up. the face is also swollen, and other parts of the body. I am getting worried, want to know what could be wrong, though no pains for now, but i want to get it arrested. when i eat little, the stomach will be too tight.
please i would like to know if the development is liver or kidney related. or whether i have to change medication, or if there is something lacking in the system that needs to be addressed. Thanks for your contribution

A: Do you feel like you are retaining a lot of fluids? It could be thyroid related. Hypothyroidism can cause you to retain fluids and can also cause a “moon” face. It could be a vitamin deficiency (try taking a B complex). You could be taking in too much salt or not drinking enough water. Not taking in enough fluids can actually cause your body to retain them.
I would really advise you to see a doctor immediately tho. Some of the more serious causes include CHF (congestive heart failure), kidney failure and liver failure. Unfortunately you are already diabetic which puts you at risk for all of them so it is very important to get that checked out even if you think the risk is small.

Q: Will taking insulin (humalog) cause me to loose weight if I am overweight and have a glucose reading of 285?
I am overweight ( 6′2 225lbs) and at my last doctors visit I was told that I had a glucose reading of 285 and could possibly be diabetic. I haven’t followed up with it, but have since read into diabetes and was wondering if I started to take medication (insulin), would I loose the weight? I try my best to exercise and eat healthy (low carb, low sugar, no red meat) but can’t seem to get the stubborn weight off. And also I read that diabetics tend to store fat easily. What’s the best way to rid my body of excess fat due to diabetes?

A: No. The best way is to:

1. improve your diet, eating more green vegetables, l;ean meat and fish, but reducing your caloric intake generally, especially of carbs and fat. Zero sugar. And…

2. taking regular exercise.

Your doctor may decide you need medication, probably not insulin, for your diabetes. But taking insulin will NOT reduce your weight. You need to control your diet and burn more calories for that.

Q: Cymbalta Question…?
Okay so my Dr recently changed my anti-depressant to Cymbalta. I am also taking synthroid, xanax, & use an insulin pump w either humalog or novolog. My question is this? Has anyone ever had or heard of Cymbalta causing severe blood glucose variations? I mean the other day I had a severe hypoglycemic reaction & my bf had to tend to me to keep me from completely passing out, I had slight seizuring, disorientation, and dialated pupils. The next morning I had a blood glucose level of 55, yet again another low. Then jsut yesterday I could barely get my levels under 300 ALL day…..I read the reaction info that came from the pharmacy but it said nothing that I felt I should be concerned with but now Im wondering could this be due to the new medication?? Any info/links would be great too…..all help appreciated. Thanks much, as I am very concerned. The other night if I had left only 10 min earlier for work I would have been behind the wheel of a car, that scare me terribly.

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A: Yes the drug you are taking can affect blood glucose levels. I just did search under the drug name (not the brand name). Here is an article for you http://diabetes.about.com/b/a/000054.htm

Here is a medical publication on it http://care.diabetesjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/30/1/21

Not sure about your other medication xanax. I know it is a benzodiazepine. Read this link http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual/ if you want more information about the benzodiazepine class of drugs.
So in answer to your question yes that medication can cause blood glucose level changes and it has been published in the medical literature. Take what you read on the patient information leaflet with a pinch of salt. The drug companies write those inserts and they only write side effects if they are absolutely forced to by regulatory bodies. Patient inserts should be seen as watered down and the side effect list should be seen as incomplete.

Q: Cymbalta question……?
Okay so my Dr recently changed my anti-depressant to Cymbalta. I am also taking synthroid, xanax, & use an insulin pump w either humalog or novolog. My question is this? Has anyone ever had or heard of Cymbalta causing severe blood glucose variations? I mean the other day I had a severe hypoglycemic reaction & my bf had to tend to me to keep me from completely passing out, I had slight seizuring, disorientation, and dialated pupils. The next morning I had a blood glucose level of 55, yet again another low. Then jsut yesterday I could barely get my levels under 300 ALL day…..I read the reaction info that came from the pharmacy but it said nothing that I felt I should be concerned with but now Im wondering could this be due to the new medication?? Any info/links would be great too…..all help appreciated. Thanks much, as I am very concerned. The other night if I had left only 10 min earlier for work I would have been behind the wheel of a car, that scare me terribly.
Ok so thanks you very much for the info so far NOW does anyone know is this a side effect that will pass or should I consider having my Dr switch my med??

A: As observed in DPNP trials, Cymbalta treatment worsens glycemic control in some patients with diabetes.

http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/cymbalta_wcp.htm

Almost all the way down the page.

Q: I need a medical answer?
I have been having epileptic spells since Aug 08 as of today I have had 6. My last one Yesterday I was awake. My neurologist doesn’t have a answer for me. I did a 5 day epilepsy monitoring last week, I’m going to the dr tomorrow to find out my results. But I’m wondering if I’m on too much medication. Lamictal>seizures, Prozac>depression, Antivert>dizziness, Metformin>diabetes, Humalog>diabetes, Lantus>diabetes, ativan>relaxant, helps to sleep. Is it too much? I’m running out of ideas, I need solutions. Help I am ready to flush ALL my meds down the toilet. I need answers!!!!

A: If you don’t have one of: seizures, depression, dizziness, diabetes, inability to relax… yeah. BUT assuming you do, then you need to stay on them. If you’re that concerned, then speak with your doctor. They go to school for a reason.

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Q: What happens if type 1 diabetics stop taking insulin?
I am type 1 diabetic. I was diagnosed in 2000. I just moved to Florida from Texas, where I was on a program to help me get my medication. I don’t have ANY source of income, my family can’t help, and I’ve run out of my Humalog (short acting insulin) I have about a week’s worth of Lantus (long acting) left. I have gone to several organizations to get help, but there are always problems (i.e. i haven’t been a Florida resident long enough, the business no longer does funding.) Eventually, I’m sure I’ll find SOMEWHERE to help, but in the meantime, how long do I have before I go into ketoacidosis?

A: if you have type 1 diabetes and do not take insulin you could die in as little as 72 hours. don’t mess around. find somewhere to get insulin the emergency room if you have to!what part of florida do you live in? I know cleveland clinic in Weston florida has helped me with spare insulin vials before. call an endocrinologists office and explain your situation, call the hospital and ask what you can do. going without for even 1 day is not an option unless you want to be hospitalized

Q: Insulin dose once taken-in is now good for life?
My mother takes 15 mg daily dose of a steroid – Wysolone – post transplant operation. Hopefully the dose quantity will decrease over time – the dose has already fallen from 20 my to 15 mg per day after one months time. The problem is that this steroid causes increased blood glucose – glucose reads 240 everyday after lunchtime, even if no new food or bevereage taken in – so much so that doctor has prescribed Insulin (quick acting insulin Humalog). Now she is very reluctant to take this insulin – probably because she thinks that like in case of Blood pressure, where once you are on medication you are so for rest of your life (habit forming), she may become dependent on insulin and remain so even when she is no more on steroid. My question is, if once on Insulin are you good for rest of your life – even if your diabetes is resolved, b’cos it may be induced by medicine, which itself is temporary?

A: May or May Not. This is unpredictable. However, if it is drug induced, be hopeful that it may be stopped. However, if the Glucose levels are not controlled today, it may cause irreparable damage.

First things first, control the glucose levels today – Whatever it takes !

Q: Need second profesional opinion from doctor or nurse?
My wife takes all of the below listed medicines either prescribed or over the counter…I think the doctor is over prescribing and she has to take a pill for every little thing..border line hypo.please look over and tell me what to do?
Barbs Meds

Test my blood sugar levelACCUCHEK 3x daily
Rapid heart beatCARTIA 120 mg 1x daily
Poop medicine/no galbladderCOLESTIPOL TAB 5 grams 2x daily
Blood Pressure medicationDIOVAN TAB 160 MG 1x daily
Sinus nasal sprayFLUTICASONE SPR 50MCG 2 sprays each nostril 2x daily
DiabetesGLYBURIDE-METFORMIN 2.5/500 2 tablets 2x daily
Water pillHYDROCHLOROT TAB 25 MG 1x daily
DiabetesHUMULIN N 88 morn 74 night
DiabetesHUMALOG 12 u 16 u 14u
CholesterolLOVASTATIN- 80 mg 1x daily
AnxietyPAROXETINE 20 mg 1x daily
Pain medicineTRAMADOL HCL Tab 50 mg 1x daily
NeedlesSYRINGES 1ML/30G shot 3x daily
Cholesterol & TricyliceridesGEMFIBROZIL 600 MG 2x daily
Control peeOXIBUTYNIN 5 mg 2x daily
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A: Blood pressure: Cartia, Diovan, HCTZ
Diabetes: Glyburide-Metformin, insulins, test strips, syringes
Cholesterol: Lovastatin, Colestipol , gemfibrozil
Urinary incontinence: oxybutynin
Allergies: Fluticasone
Anxiety: paroxetine
Pain: tramadol

I wrote out her meds like this so it would be easier for me to see. I know that all together, she is taking a lot of meds. But when you look at them according to each disease state, she’s really not taking that many meds. I’ve seen much worse (upwards of 20 rxs per day).

Blood pressure ususally requires 2-3 meds to control it. It’s fairly standard to use a water pill plus other agents.

Note: colestipol is not really a poop medicine. It’s to bring down LDL cholesterol. It binds bild acids in the intestine. Since there are less bile-acids (cause they are all bound up), the body converts cholesterol into bile-acids. It’s a way that we trick the body to decrease LDL. The bile acid that is bound to colestipol will be pooped out. I’m assuming the dr placed her on colestipol after seeing that lovastatin wasn’t bringing her LDL down enough.

Note: one contributor said the Humulin N doses were too high. That may or may not be true. If your wife’s glucose levels are adequately controlled, then that may just be what she needs. If they were outrageously high, she would have crashed by now.

It’s a little strange that she is on glyburide-metformin. Once a patient is started on insulin, glyburide is usually dropped. Glyburide forces the body to secrete more insulin. So once a patient needs exogenous insulin, then there is no point in forcing the body to make it. Metformin is usually kept because it improves the body’s response/sensitivity to insulin. May want to ask doctor if she should just receive metformin (way cheaper too).

Bottom line: I think she’s okay. Each of her disease states are being managed and the prescriptions don’t look crazy or out of context.

You should encourage (not badger) her to exercise. That would help her blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol levels, anxiety, and allergies. Also, dietary changes are great too. If she makes a serious committment to lifestyle changes, she could decrease her dependence on prescriptions.

Being that she is on so many meds, she should stick to one pharmacy that you guys like. That way, even if she sees multiple doctors, there shouldn’t be a duplication in therapy. Also, they can check for drug interactions. If she goes to multiple doctors, she may run into a drug problem and no one in her health-care team has any idea about it.

Q: Diabetes out of Control HELP!!!!?
Over the last five days my Blood Glucose readings have soared in the 400 – 500’s REGULARLY. My medications aren’t bringing them down *took 250 IU of Humalog this morning still high* **Took 200 IU Lantus night prior* My head hurts, my sides hurt, I can’t concentrate, I am really thirsty and my moods are swinging. I don’t know what to do…please anyone who knows what I should do please help me.

A: If I were you, I would contact your doctor right away. You could severely damage your kidney’s or have other sever medical issues if you don’t get your sugar down. If you have insurance, call the 24 hour nurse hotline, most ins. have them, then they will contact a doctor so he can tell you if you need to give yourself more insulin!! You can even go blind if you keep this up, plz get help asap!!

Q: CHF Patient NOT on ACE Inhibitor?
My 62 year old mother is on the following medications to treat CHF:
Torsemide
Metolazone
Spironolactone
Metoprolol
Coreg
Digoxin
Coumadin

She is also a diabetic currently on Humalog & Lantus.

From my research, it does not appear that any of these medications are ACE Inhibitors which I’ve read are very good at treating CHF. Can someone tell me why the doctor doesn’t have her on one of those? Her current infraction is about 10-15% and a couple of weeks ago the doctor told me that it won’t be much longer until she passes. I just am concerned that maybe his treatment of her is not as good as it could be.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thank You!

Cindy
I’m not sure the 1st response answered my question. I looked up the medications and know what they are but none are ACE inhibitors.

A: Torasemide (rINN) or torsemide (USAN) is a pyridine-sulfonyl urea type loop diuretic mainly used in the management of edema associated with congestive heart failure. It is also used at low doses for the management of hypertension. It is marketed under the brand name Demadex.
Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (or, rather, a thiazide-like diuretic because it acts similarly to the thiazides but does not contain the benzothiadiazine molecular structure) marketed under the brand names Zaroxolyn and Mykrox. It is primarily used to treat congestive heart failure and high blood pressure.
Spironolactone (marketed under the trade names Aldactone, Novo-Spiroton, Aldactazide, Spiractin, Spirotone, Verospiron or Berlactone) is a diuretic and is used as an antiandrogen.
It is a synthetic 17-lactone drug that is a renal competitive aldosterone antagonist in a class of pharmaceuticals called potassium-sparing diuretics, used primarily to treat heart failure, ascites in patients with liver disease, low-renin hypertension, hypokalemia, and Conn’s syndrome as well as high blood pressure.
Metoprolol is a selective β1 receptor blocker used in treatment of several diseases of the cardiovascular system, especially hypertension
Carvedilol is a non-selective beta blocker/alpha-1 blocker indicated in the treatment of mild to moderate congestive heart failure (CHF). It is marketed under various trade names including Coreg (GSK), Dilatrend (Roche), Eucardic (Roche), and Carloc (Cipla) as a generic drug (as of September 5, 2007 in the U.S.).[1], and as a controlled-release formulation, marketed in the US as Coreg CR (GSK).
Digoxin (INN) (pronounced /dɨˈdʒɒksɨn/[1]), also known as digitalis, is a purified cardiac glycoside extracted from the foxglove plant, Digitalis lanata.[2] Its corresponding aglycone is digoxigenin, and its acetyl derivative is acetyldigoxin. Digoxin is widely used in the treatment of various heart conditions, namely atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and sometimes heart failure that cannot be controlled by other medication
Warfarin (also known under the brand names Coumadin, Jantoven, Marevan, and Waran) is an anticoagulant.
Please see the web page for more details on adverse effects of Angiotensi converting enzime inhibitors.
Consult your doctor.

Q: I don’t know what to do? High Blood Sugar?
Well, I’m a type 1 diabetic. I take Lantus daily and Humalog with food. Recently (past 2 days) my blood sugar has been in the range of 176-260. Now it keeps staying at around 240, and it won’t go down no matter what how much Humalog I take. I’m not eating excess carbs(20-40/meal) and I have opened a new insulin vial, same problem! I haven’t started any new medications that would affect my blood sugar. Im 19, What should I do?
I called the doctor and they said 240-260 is not really that high. They said to call on Saturday if it’s still high. Do you think this is fine, won’t having a high BS damage me?

A: Possible things that I can think of…

•You may need to change your injection site …sometimes an area can get resistant and you need to move the site around especially if you get those fatty deposits (lipohypertrophy)
•Keep your two insulin very separate …humalog causes Lantus to stop working if you mix it or do the two injection too close together
•Heat will cause insulin to stop working
•An infection will cause ongoing high blood sugar
•Extreme stress situations…both mental and physical
•Other medications can reduce the effectiveness of insulin especially hormone related ones like cortisone, contraceptive pill
•Asthma attack
•Lack of sleep or changed sleeping hours
•Sunburn can bump it up a little
•Alcohol can make it dive up and down

260 won’t damage you in the next week …just make you feel like garbage. Keep on drinking lots of water and eating really knobbly bread in small amounts (low GI foods)

If it’s an infection, they can be very difficult to get on top of and sometimes need more insulin than you expect.

Did you do a blood test before insulin+meal and then 2 hours later? This should tell you if you’ve taken enough for that meal if the two blood tests are similar

Also, check those ketone levels. If you have high ketones, exercise will not bring your sugar down and may make you sicker. It means either you don’t have any insulin in your system or the insulin is not working.

I know how extremely frustrating this is. Give it another day and go back to your doctor …they should be checking that you don’t have an infection or some other cause
So many Best wishes (c;

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I understand this is because the local trusts can buy simvastatin cheaper then Lipitor. I had been taking Lipitor 10 mg for 4 years and it did lower my cholesterol. I am wondering why I am having to take 40 mg of Simvastatin ….is that the equivalent of 10 mg of lipitor? My husband takes Simvastatin 20 mg and it works ok for him.

A: A 40 mg of Simvastatin has the comparable effect of 10mg of Lipitor and yes,it’s cheaper.

Many doctors have come to see simvastatin as a viable substitute for Lipitor. Studies show that at commonly prescribed doses Lipitor and simvastatin are equally effective at reducing LDL cholesterol, the so-called bad cholesterol.

A big difference is that Lipitor costs $2.50 to $3 a day, while simvastatin sells for 75 cents to $1 a day at most retail pharmacies, and as little as 10 cents a day at discount pharmacies like Costco’s.

Each month, doctors with patients on Lipitor are switching tens of thousands of them to simvastatin.

Q: Is there much difference between Vytorin and Lipitor other than price?
My Cholesteral is high and my DR prescribed Vytorin. I have no prescription insurance and was shocked to find the cheapest price on Vytorin was 124.00 per month. Lipitor (which is another choleteral lowering drug) comes in generic and is much cheaper. Before I consult my DR does anyone know if there is a real big difference in Vytorin and Lipitor other than the outstanding cost difference? Thanks.

A: Both Vytorin and Lipitor work well. They are in the same class of drugs.

As for Lipitor being a generic, I think you are mistaken. There are other drugs in that class that ARE generic, will work for MOST people and are MUCH cheaper.

1) Tell your MD that you have no Rx coverage (so he knows that cost is definately a factor) most MD’s don’t have a clue as to what a med costs, all they have time to know is which drug rep bought their lunch this week.

2) Ask him if you can use Simvastatin (brand is Zocor). It is availiable in generic, was one of the first HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (that class of cholesterol drugs) approved and has been widely studied.

3) If he says no, ask him for a specific reason why you need Vytorin (or any other brand name drug). Unless your numbers are extremely high (in which case Simvastatin might not bring them down far enough), he really has no reason to prescribe the brand name drug. Vytorin is a little more potent, but that is really the only different. It works slightly better for people with extremely high numbers. If you can’t afford to take the med, then the best drug on the planet is worhtless to you.

Its like why pay for premium gas at the pump when the regular unleaded will get you where you need to go ?

4) Know that these drugs do carry some risk. You doctor should do a blood test not only to check your cholesterol level, but your liver function before you start on the meds. Then his should check your cholesterol and liver function sometime bewteen 2 and 6 months after being on the meds (usually at month 3 is most common). Be aware that ALL meds in this class carry this risk, not just the simvastatin. If you have any of the side effects listed in the prescription info, stop the med immediately and call your MD (especially muscle cramps).

Best of luck to you. Via meds, exercise, and diet you can greatly effect your cholesterol level. Other than quitting smoking, helping manage your cholesterol and blood pressure are the two most important things you can do to lower your long term risk of having a major cardiovascular event (stroke, heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest, etc…)

Major studies in both the U.S. and Europe have PROVEN that you can extend people’s lives by keeping their cholesterol within acceptable levels. This is one of the few absolutes in medicine.

Do what you have to do to get your numbers down.

I don’t usually put my title on replies, but if you need to add validation to my reply, I have a doctorate of pharmacy and am a practicing clinician.

Q: what is the cheapest effective statin drug?
lipitor worked well for me but I’m retired & on medicare now and cant afford the $135 a month it costs. I’m sure there are other colesterol drugs that are effective & cheaper.

A: Pravastatin (Pravachol), simvastatin (Zocor), and lovastatin (Mevacor) are all generically available whereas atorvastatin (Lipitor) is not. Patients tend to have the best results from Lipitor, the others are sorted by frequency of adverse effects with simvastatin probably having few than pravastatin or lovastatin.

Q: Does Lipitor really work?
My dad has had the balloon angioplasty performed on him 4 times due to clogged heart arteries. So ever since his first “heart attack” his doctor prescribed him Plavix, Lipitor, and a blood pressure reducer for him to take the rest of his life. So, the blood pressure reducer he does not take since his blood pressure is actually low, he’s never ever in his life suffered from high blood pressure, and he’s been taking Plavix and Lipitor (which are expensive!!!!). So, I just read that Pfizer got sued because they falsely marketed some of their drugs, among them Lipitor. My question is if my dad should take this medication or should take another cholesterol reducer that is cheaper in price? I feel like a lot of times these doctors get money from these drug companies and that is the reason they prescribe these things, not necessarily because the person needs them.
Okay, so, it has been found that in a study done with women, 10% actually did not benefit and actually had a higher risk of getting a heart attack by taking lipitor? And, does anyone know of any statins to replace lipitor? Thanks

A: Lipitor works. I take it every day. It keeps my bad cholesterol lower than it would be without it, so I can eat properly and raise my good cholesterol.

Your father may have been prescribed medication for high blood pressure simply because of the benefits to his heart that many of these types of drugs have as a side benefit. It may have nothing whatsoever to do with his blood pressure. I would guess that the dosage is low.

Ask your pharmacist if there is a generic form of Lipitor but my guess is that there isn’t because I’m still taking the name brand. A generic can’t be made until the patent expires.

If your dad is paying a lot for medication, have him approach the drug company, get hold of a rep (check their website). Often they have a program for people with difficulty paying for drugs.

Q: Benefits of Phytosterols, Niacin, and Co-enzyme CQ10?
I am excited now. I had gone to the doctor who wanted to put me on statins. I am no friend of Lipitor or whatever because of the horrible side effects those drugs have. So I went and bought me Co-enzyme CQ10,odor less garlic,vitamin C, Phytosterols, and Niacin. I was pretty skeptical–I had a cholesterol value of 278, a slight heart problem, and my HDL cholesterol was only 32. I faithfully took those supplements, and now I am excited. MY cholesterol is down to 196, my HDL is up to 48(I still need 2 more points to be ok), my triglycerides are normal, my blood pressure has gone down to 110/68—all this with natural stuff. As my doctor told me the Co-enzyme CQ10 is known to protect the heart. So why don’t more people get supplements instead of drugs? The Phytosterols in particular work better than statins because my cholesterol levels had gone down by 72 points in 10 weeks. And except for the phytosterols can you buy everything else cheap at walmart–is it because insurance companies don’t pay for supplements or what? Why do so many people keep on taking these drugs and damage their bodies rather than trying supplements?
I forgot to mention that I got me also flush free niacin which raises the good cholesterol(HDL)

A: Congratulations on your success. Unfortunately your regimen, like one with statins doesn’t always work for everybody.

Statins, like ALL medications (natural or not), have side effects. Most patients do fine.

Besides lowering cholesterol, statins also seem to reduce inflammation within blood vessels, which also seems to play a role in heart disease.

Again, congratulations.

Q: What are my options for getting a cardiovascular exam and treatment and how much do you think it will cost?
I’m scared. I lost my job and wasn’t able to continue paying for COBRA after a few months. I really feel like I need to get my heart checked. I have familial high cholesterol. I’m only 30 years old. My total cholesterol was 370 (HDL was 60, which is good) about a year and a half ago. I took a fairly high dose of Lipitor for only a few months, and my total cholesterol went down to 188! I had lost about 15-20 lbs during this process, and I’m still at that weight.

So, it’s about a year later now, and I have a pretty good feeling that the cholesterol is back up….My diet is generally better now than it was then, and I’ve started doing cardio on the eliptical machine, but it’s only been a couple weeks. So far, so good.

I check my blood pressure regularly, and it seems to be OK most of the time. The highest I’ve seen my systolic is 140, but this is only once in a while. It’s usually between 115 and 130. My diastolic is usually pretty low. I think the highest I’ve measured it at was like 83. It’s frequently in the 70’s and I’ve even seen it dip below 70, but this isn’t the norm.

My pulse is always high. I’d say that the lowest it goes is into the low 80’s, but I’ve only observed that a few times. Typically, it’s between 90-100. I think I’ve probably always had a fairly high standing pulse rate, so this might just be part of my physiology. We’ll see over the next few months if the cardio exercise lowers my pulse….I’m just wondering if my high pulse is correlated with my high cholesterol and/or plaque buildup. By the way, I also sweat easily, and I always have (along with the high pulse, this makes me wonder about thyroid issues, but I’ve had my thyroid checked before and it was “normal”).

My grandma on my dad’s side had a couple strokes. My dad has high cholesterol, which is treated with statin drugs. He never goes off them. He’s done a nuclear stress test, and everythings checked out for him, so hopefully that’s a good sign for me. Other than my dad’s mom, I don’t think anyone in my immediate family has had cardiac issues. My mom’s cousin had a heart attack.

I guess I never realized how good I had it when I had insurance….Even if I could afford to buy an “individual” plan, I doubt it would cover things like this.

Basically, I’m stuck. I’m trying to figure out the cheapest way to pay for all of this out of pocket, if that’s even possible. There’s no way I could afford to see a cardiologist. If I get a checkup with a GP, it’ll be a couple hundred for that + the lab tests (I have no idea how much these cost) + the drugs + follow up visits.

The drugs might be the most expensive part, however, I may qualify for patient assistance. I guess Pfizer is offering free Lipitor for the jobless.

So basically, I’m looking for suggestions and opinions on the best way to go about getting treatment, and I’d like your estimates as to how much I can expect to pay for all of this. I am a person of little means right now. Thanks!
Edit:
I said that my total cholesterol was 188 avter treatment with Lipitor….I found where I had written down the results, exactly, and here they are:

Total Cholesterol: 177
LDL: 121
HDL: 41 (went down from 60, which is bad)
Triglycerides: 74

Coronary Risk Factor: 4.3

A: In addition to statin drugs, try to reduce the cholesterol further by diet and exercise. This is necessary since you may be at higher risk due to a family history of high cholesterol.
Your blood pressure varies between 115-130/ 70-83 mmHg. Your pulse pressure exceeds 40 mmHg.(Systolic BP– Diastolic BP). This is bad for the heart.
Hence you should undergo Echocardiography stress test.
Atorvastatin (generic name) Lipitor (brand name) is used along with diet, exercise, and weight-loss to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke and to decrease the chance that heart surgery will be needed in people who have heart disease or who are at risk of developing heart disease. Atorvastatin is also used to decrease the amount of cholesterol (a fat-like substance) and other fatty substances in the blood. This will decrease the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart diseases because when there are high levels of cholesterol and other fats in the blood, these substances may build up along the walls of the blood vessels and decrease or block blood flow to the heart. Atorvastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body.
Please note that I am not a medical professional.

A: Vytorin is actually a combination of Zocor and Zetia. Lipitor as far as I know isn’t available as a generic in the United States, but I’m not sure where you are. Vytorin is more effective since it combines those two drugs. Talk to your pharmacist and your doctor if you’re concerned about price, and see what they recommend. If he wants you on vytorin you can try to get generic zocor and brand zetia as there is no generic for zetia. I’m not sure what the cost for zetia is though.

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A: A 40 mg of Simvastatin has the comparable effect of 10mg of Lipitor and yes,it’s cheaper.

Each month, doctors with patients on Lipitor are switching tens of thousands of them to simvastatin.

Q: Lipitor 40mg medication can it be broken in half?
now lipitor comes in 20mg and 40mg tablets. me and my my mother both have high cholesterol and both are on the lipitor tablet. i am on the 40mg while mum is on the 20mg i have 2 prescription from the dr for lipitor 40mg (cause each time i go i get one just incase i don’t go back for a little while). when i buy it i give one pack of the 40mg and give it to my mum, but because she is on the 20mg she just breaks it in half and takes it. in effectiveness this actually saves money too cause she can go for 2 months rather than only 1 month using this technique.
does anyone know if this tablet can be split and if split does it lose its effectiveness. the tablet doesn’t have a break line so normally you can’t break them, but according to website http://aids.about.com/od/generalinformation/a/splitting.htm you can. its not a different generic tablet it is the actual lipitor 40mg.

A: That should be fine. You can always ask your pharmacist these questions as well.

Q: Does anyone take Lipitor for cholesterol? Side effects?
I recently began taking Lipitor for high cholesterol and my blood pressure has gotten much higher. It has always been 120/80…always. The last 3 times I was at the doctor’s (during the last 6 weeks) it was in the nieghborhood of 140/100 and the doc recommended that I buy a home blood pressure kit. I’ve been taking it daily and it’s still high – 140-150/ 90-110. The doctor doesn’t want to see me until after the new year. Could it be the Lipitor? Or could it be stress?
Jake: I don’t like to take drugs, at all. And I never have until now. I’d prefer not to, believe me. I have a family history of high bad cholesterol and low good cholesterol, and have done the non-medication route for over a year, trying to lower my levels. I’ve gone vegan, I’ve always been a runner (I’m almost 49 and run 2 miles every day—have for over 20 years), and it hasn’t worked. The doctor told me I am a stroke/heart attack candidate, and that’s why I have chosen the meds. I do agree with you, I guess I should have given more history. I do thank you.
Jake – I did NOT thumbs down you……..If someone takes the time to answer my questions, I never ever ever give thumbs down.

A: my father takes lipitor and i help manage his meds. there is nothing noted that says it causes high blood pressure on the paper that comes with his medicine. it says it can cause muscle pain and weakness, and nausea/diarrhea.

stress can cause your blood pressure to go up, i do know that. we all have stress, but it is important to be able to handle it. some people use yoga, prayer, meditation, or things like that. i use physical labor – cleaning out closets, running, weeding the garden, etc. i also heard that holding a purring cat lowers your blood pressuer.

call the doctor’s office and ask to speak to a nurse, then tell her/him what your blood pressure has been. they may want to see you sooner.

Q: If Pravachol or Lipitor aren’t working….?
will natural remedies have any effect of cholesterol? My Husband has been on both and his readings are sky high. 445 HDL and 11 LDL– total 214. He works out, eats pretty well, no fast food, not over weight and am trying to figure out what to get naturally for him until we see the doctor again. I did buy flaxseed oil and garlic to start and am going to get the other things I have seen that are supposed to lower the numbers but if the prescriptions don’t work is ANYTHING going to work?
He has been on these for YEARS!!! I wasn’t worried too much about the 214 as much as the 445 and 11 numbers-they seem very lopsided. Thanks for your answer.

A: Pravachol (pravastatin sodium) and Lipitor (atorvastatin calcium) are very effective medications, but remember they’re just pills, don’t wait a miracle. He has to use them regularly for a couple of months. They will decrease and regulate the blood lipid levels. If they don’t, talk to your doctor there are some similar mediacations like them, he/she may change them. 214mg/dl cholesterol is not a very high level, in fact according to some laboratories normal values are 120-240mg/dl.
Just wait and don’t panic. Those pills will help.
Of course a healthy diet is important, but don’t use some plants instead of medications, just keep your doctor’s advices; and don’t bore him too much.

Q: Pfizer lipitor atorvastatin?
what is it? where can i buy this???

A: Lipitor is one of the infamous statin drugs which causes the body to unnaturally produce less cholesterol (both bad cholesterol and the good cholesterol essential for optimum health). The whole cholesterol thing is mostly a myth created to market statin drugs, While no studies have shown that statin drugs prevent heart disease, over 900 have found statin drugs to be dangerous. In the Lipitor TV ads, a small banner popped up which says “Lipitor has not been shown to prevent heart disease … ” Isn’t that what people expect when taking the drug? In 2005, Lipitor ads no longer mentioned heart disease, it simply ‘treats’ (bad) cholesterol, a concept created by the drug and food industry.

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In rare cases, Lipitor can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. This condition can lead to kidney failure. Call your doctor at once if you have unexplained muscle pain or tenderness, muscle weakness, fever or flu symptoms, and dark colored urine.

This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. Do not take Lipitor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have liver disease.

Before taking Lipitor, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, underactive thyroid, kidney disease, a muscle disorder, or a history of liver disease.

Avoid eating foods that are high in fat or cholesterol. Lipitor will not be as effective in lowering your cholesterol if you do not follow a cholesterol-lowering diet plan.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Lipitor. Alcohol can raise triglyceride levels, and may also damage your liver while you are taking Lipitor.

There may be other drugs that can interact with Lipitor. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Before taking Lipitor
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to atorvastatin, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have liver disease.

Before taking Lipitor, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

diabetes;

underactive thyroid;

kidney disease;
a history of liver disease; or
a muscle disorder.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take Lipitor.

FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can cause birth defects. Do not use Lipitor if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication. It is not known whether atorvastatin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not take Lipitor without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Lipitor is not for use in children younger than 10 years of age.

Lipitor Side Effects:

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Lipitor and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness with fever or flu symptoms; or

nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious Lipitor side effects may include:

mild nausea or stomach pain, stomach upset, heartburn;

constipation, bloating, gas;

stuffy nose;

itching, skin rash; or

headache.

Most people can lower bad cholesterol without suppressing good cholesterol through diet, exercise and supplements such as:

* Sure gel apple or grapefruit pectin (jam & jelly stiffener). Take one heaping teaspoon in a cup of hot water nightly before bed. Two acids in the Sure gel help dissolve cholesterol deposits in the blood vessels. In about a month or less, the bad cholesterol should be much lower, and as a side affect, any heavy metals (generally, industrial toxins) should be flushed from your system. Sure gel Grapefruit pectin is 100 times stronger, but tastes awful and oxidizes and interferes with many medications.

* Vinegar, apple juice and white grape juice. Mix 1 to 2 cup of apple cider vinegar, four cups of apple juice and three cups of white grape juice. Drink six ounces every day before breakfast. Used very effectively by Pennsylvania Amish families.

* Garlic. Is cholesterol’s natural enemy. Eat three cloves daily to lower blood pressure, build immune system and guard against cancer.

* Pomegranate juice. New studies indicate that pomegranate juice not only appears to prevent hardening of the arteries by reducing blood vessel damage, but the antioxidant-rich juice may also reverse the progression of this disease.

* Green Tea. Drink one or more glasses a day. Powerful antioxidant and anti-cancer properties too.

* Turmeric. Found in curry seasoning and plain yellow mustard. Lowers cholesterol, helps guard against Alzheimer’s and may help protect smokers from cancer.

* Walnuts. Eat a half cup of walnuts every day. Almonds are also good.

* Oatmeal. Eat a bowl of oatmeal every day for breakfast. Top with walnuts or almond bits and blueberries.

* Cinnamon, water and honey. Take 10 pieces of cinnamon sticks (one inch each). Powder and then boil in five teacups of water. Add a teaspoon of honey and have a hot cup of this mixture every day. From India.

* Onion juice reduces cholesterol and works as a tonic for nervous system. It cleans blood, helps digestive system, cures insomnia and regulates the heart action & helps in lowering cholesterol.

* Sunflower seeds contain a substantial amount of linoleic acid which is helpful in reducing cholesterol deposits on the walls of the arteries. Substituting oil of sunflower seeds for some of the solid fats like butter & cream will, therefore lead to a great improvement in health & lower cholesterol.

* Other good foods to help lower cholesterol: Flaxseeds, soy (due to concerns about unfermented soy products increasing the risk for certain cancers, use only fermented soy products such as miso and tempeh), lentils, beans, salmon, avocado, spinach and other dark green leafy vegetables, margarine with no trans-fats or hydrogenated ingredients, other nuts, dark chocolate, whole wheat and other grains.

* Omega 3 oils such as fish, borage and flax oil. Lower bad cholesterol and raise the good cholesterol levels.

Diet and exercise. Essential to help combat high cholesterol. Eat more vegetables and fruit and less meat and fatty foods. Find a way to be physically active each day, if only for a brisk walk, bike ride or 15-30 minute light workout.

Q: How simvastatin tastes?
I was on statin medications (Lipitor, pravastatin) for a few years.
Both of these drugs had a strong bitter taste when swallowed.
Now my doctor switched me to simvastatin which has no taste at all.
I am buying this simvastatin from a Canadian pharmacy and I am worried it
might be a fake. Anyone out there has this experience?

A: Both drugs are in tablet form. Lipitor has this bitter taste because of its active ingredient Calcium Atovastatin, Simvastatin on the other hand does not leave a particular aftertaste. Buying medications online is really risky and one cannot tell if it’s a fake or not.

Q: desperately trying to have a baby?
I am 38 year old,and am trying to have a baby with last year. I bought a clearblue fertilty montor and have been using it with the last 2 months .i find it good and i usually gets 2 peak fertilty days and a another 4 high fertilty days.I am wondering if my age is again me.my husband is 41 and also a diabetic who is taking medication such as nu seal asprin and lipitor and glucophage .we have 1 child when i was 35 and my husband did not have diabetis at that time.I am twelve and half stone now and was that weight when i conived my first child.

A: Hello there. Don’t worry about your age, it’s only been two months. I know it’s hard to be patient. I was 36 when we conceived our #1 and it only took 3 months. We conceived #2 after only 1 month (and I was 38). We’ve just now started trying for #3. I hope our story gives you hope.

Your husband’s condition should have no bearing on your ability to conceive. Good luck honey.

Q: can i go from one drug to another?
I take Lipitor and with my new insurance i cant afford to buy it so my doctor switch me to simvastatin generic for zocor does zocor do the same and will it bother me since i been on lipitor for a couple of years my doctor just changed it

A: They are basically the same and you can switch from one to another without interruption. You should have no problems with the switch.

I guess I never realized how good I had it when I had insurance….Even if I could afford to buy an “individual” plan, I doubt it would cover things like this.

The drugs might be the most expensive part, however, I may qualify for patient assistance. I guess Pfizer is offering free Lipitor for the jobless.

Total Cholesterol: 177
LDL: 121
HDL: 41 (went down from 60, which is bad)
Triglycerides: 74

Coronary Risk Factor: 4.3

A: Congratulations on your success. Unfortunately your regimen, like one with statins doesn’t always work for everybody.

Statins, like ALL medications (natural or not), have side effects. Most patients do fine.

Besides lowering cholesterol, statins also seem to reduce inflammation within blood vessels, which also seems to play a role in heart disease.

Again, congratulations.

Q: What does Acetyl L-Carnitine taste like?
I bought capsules on eBay and the powder in caps taste tart & sugary. I worry they might be fake. I’m taking them in hopes of countering leg pain from side effects of Lipitor.

A: I may not can say what it taste like but I can tell you that after I take it in a capsule form with lipolic acid combined in it it gives me a terrible burning sensation like acid reflux . I certainly can understand why there is reason for concern. It makes one wonder if it is a sugar pill. I do not remember it ever having a sweet tart taste when I was taking it alone in a capsule.

Q: Is this the ‘grim truth’ of American life?
http://www.informationclearinghouse.info/article25166.htm
“Because your lifestyle is almost designed to make you sick.
Let’s start with your diet: Much of the beef you eat has been exposed to fecal matter in processing. Your chicken is contaminated with salmonella. Your stock animals and poultry are pumped full of growth hormones and antibiotics. In most other countries, the government would act to protect consumers from this sort of thing; in the United States, the government is bought off by industry to prevent any effective regulations or inspections.

In a few years, the majority of all the produce for sale in the United States will be from genetically modified crops, thanks to the cozy relationship between Monsanto Corporation and the United States government. Worse still, due to the vast quantities of high-fructose corn syrup Americans consume, fully one-third of children born in the United States today will be diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes at some point in their lives.

Of course, it’s not just the food that’s killing you, it’s the drugs. If you show any sign of life when you’re young, they’ll put you on Ritalin. Then, when you get old enough to take a good look around, you’ll get depressed, so they’ll give you Prozac. If you’re a man, this will render you chemically impotent, so you’ll need Viagra to get it up. Meanwhile, your steady diet of trans-fat-laden food is guaranteed to give you high cholesterol, so you’ll get a prescription for Lipitor, (then loose your memory as a side-effect). Finally, at the end of the day, you’ll lay awake at night worrying about losing your health plan, so you’ll need Lunesta to go to sleep.

With a diet guaranteed to make you sick and a health system designed to make sure you stay that way, what you really need is a long vacation somewhere. Unfortunately, you probably can’t take one. I’ll let you in on little secret: if you go to the beaches of Thailand, the mountains of Nepal, or the coral reefs of Australia, you’ll probably be the only American in sight. And you’ll be surrounded crowds of happy Germans, French, Italians, Israelis, Scandinavians and wealthy Asians. Why? Because they’re paid well enough to afford to visit these places AND they can take vacations long enough to do so. Even if you could scrape together enough money to go to one of these incredible places, by the time you recovered from your jetlag, it would time to get on a plane and rush back to your job.”

This American writer has hit the nail on the head….his article is full of precise observations of American culture.

Sometimes the truth hurts.

A: You make a very good point and you are obviously well informed.

But, I think you’ve posted this in the wrong section. This would be better in the section on Health of Society in general. Not being funny. You need to repost it in a more appropriate section. I’m sure many would be interested in reading this. Thanks for the read.

Q: Do you/have you bought products based upon celebrity endorsements…i.e., Oprah Winfrey, Derek Jeter, etc.?
Should endorsements by celebrities be regulated?

Pfizer Pulls Cholesterol Ad with Dr. Jarvik

WASHINGTON — Pfizer Inc said on Monday it was voluntarily withdrawing advertising for its Lipitor cholesterol drug featuring Dr. Robert Jarvik, inventor of the Jarvik artificial heart, because its ads led to “misimpressions.”

The ads involving Jarvik had come under scrutiny following an msnbc.com column written by NBC’s Robert Bazell in March 2007. The column recounted Jarvik’s past failures and pointed out that while he earned a medical degree, he didn’t take an internship or practice medicine.

In January, the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the U.S. House of Representative began investigating celebrity endorsements of prescription medicines.

Democratic lawmakers had voiced concern that Jarvik’s qualifications were misrepresented in widely seen television commercials touting the blockbuster drug. They said he seemed to be dispensing medical advice even though he is not a practicing physician.

On his Web site, Jarvik describes himself as a medical scientist who has worked in the field of artificial hearts for 36 years and does not practice clinical medicine or treat individual patients.

“The way in which we presented Dr. Jarvik in these ads has, unfortunately, led to misimpressions and distractions from our primary goal of encouraging patient and physician dialogue on the leading cause of death in the world — cardiovascular disease. We regret this,” Ian Read, Pfizer’s president of worldwide pharmaceutical operations, said in a statement.

“Going forward, we commit to ensuring there is greater clarity in our advertising regarding the presentation of spokespeople,” Read said.

A: I have purchased Derek Jeter Cologne

A: as you are over 35 and have been trying for more than 6 months you can go to a doctor and get them to do fertility tests, they may find nothing wrong and you will just have to keep trying, but they may be able to help you along a little. in the mean time make sure you and your husband follow healthy diets, try to get a bit of exercise too if you dont already, give up smoking and alcohol if applicable, he can stick with caffine but you should try to give it a miss, get some prenatal vits so when you do get pregnant you have all the vits and minerals in your system, and get some zinc in your man, it helps his sperm. above all, i know its easier said than done (struggling with this part myself!) try to relax about it, make sex fun and not just a way to make a baby.
good luck.

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Q: I had a blood pressure reading of 190/900 four months ago.?
Through a combination of Noten (4 a day) Zanadip and Lipitor I average 130/60 at present, heart rate 50/60. My Doc says the lower bp rate is discounted nowadays so is not concerned, should I be? I am a male , 60 years of age.
Thank you Brad b for pointing out my error, the reading was 190/90 not 900

A: Too many Cheerio-o-o’s, eh?

Of course you mean 190/90. Congratulations and may you have many more years.
Happy New Year!

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A: A 40 mg of Simvastatin has the comparable effect of 10mg of Lipitor and yes,it’s cheaper.

Each month, doctors with patients on Lipitor are switching tens of thousands of them to simvastatin.

Q: Stomach ulcers Simvastatin?
Has anyone suffered from an ulcerated stomach due to Simvastatin. My husband was rushed into hospital three days ago vomiting large amounts of blood.

He has been in intensive care and has had his bowel with 11 lesions and vein tied to stop bleeding.

The Doctor said he thinks the Simvastatin he has been taking has bought this on.
Hello everyone, thanks for yuor comments. My husband is feeling better. I will investigate further on this issue. He is a bit of case, He has diabetics, spleen and pancreas inflammed and also low platelets. Also his liver has hard area. Yet the surgeon said he is fit otherwise,(would you believe it) We’ll have to see the future diagnosis of this. I just wondered if anyone had suffered like this. Thanks so much again all of you.
Hello everyone, thanks for yuor comments. My husband is feeling better. I will investigate further on this issue. He is a bit of case, He has diabetics, spleen and pancreas inflammed and also low platelets. Also his liver has hard area. Yet the surgeon said he is fit otherwise,(would you believe it) We’ll have to see the future diagnosis of this. I just wondered if anyone had suffered like this. Thanks so much again all of you.

A: SIMVASTATIN is Lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, “good”) cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. It is used in certain patients to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death due to coronary heart disease. It is also used to reduce the need for medical procedures to open blocked blood vessels. It is also used in certain patients to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, blood vessel blockage, or chest pain caused by angina. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; dark urine; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (with or without fever and fatigue); pale stools; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe or persistent stomach pain; yellowing of skin or eyes.

I AM A HEART PATIENT AND I AM UNDER SIMVASTATIN FOR MORE THAN 8 YEARS AND I DO NOT HAVE SUCH COMPLAINTS. Your husband may be suffering this due to some other reasons. Please tell his cardiologist about this and he may like to try some other medication or find out the reason. -

Q: Would cutting down on fat and exercising more be enough to lower my cholestral?
Hi I have been given a cholestral level of 6.3, which I have since discovered is medium risk. I have cut out all fried products and have only bought low fat products plus benecol to help lower the cholestral. I have also started exercising. Anything else I should be doing. I might add I have been prescribed simvastatin, but I would rather go down the diet root. thanks

A: Controlling cholesterol with diet is a better option than drugs. Exercise will help also. Dairy products have cholesterol and so do most meat products. Chicken and fish have less than red meat.

A: They are basically the same and you can switch from one to another without interruption. You should have no problems with the switch.