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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.
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: 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.
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: 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: 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
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.
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