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Yes indeed it is possible to mix types of insulin into one syringe. Your Diabetes nurse educator or doctor can explain to you how and why to do this. Common reasons are to mix a short acting insulin with a long acting one. Be sure to never try to mix insulin glargine as it can't be done.
What else can I help you with?
Can you mix 7030 insulin and regular?
No
Is it bad or good to mix victoza with insulin?
It is bad to mix victoza with insulin. Victoria is an injectable prescription that helps improve the blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
How can insulin transition from being cloudy to clear?
Insulin can transition from being cloudy to clear by gently rolling or swirling the insulin vial in your hands. This helps to evenly mix the insulin and dissolve any particles that may be causing cloudiness.
Can you mix novolog with novolin r?
It is not recommended to mix Novolog (insulin aspart) with Novolin R (regular insulin) in the same syringe due to different onset and duration of action. Consult with a healthcare provider for proper dosing instructions.
Can Lantus insulin and novolog insulin be mixed together?
No, Lantus clearly states on the vial and on the box, "Do not mix with other insulins."
Why cant you mix insulin into food instead of injecting?
Mixing insulin into food would alter its effectiveness, as the digestive process breaks down insulin before it can enter the bloodstream to regulate blood sugar. Insulin injections deliver the hormone directly into the bloodstream for immediate absorption and effectiveness. Mixing insulin into food would not provide the same controlled and reliable blood sugar management as injections.
Why dont mix glargine with short acting insulin?
The reason you cant, or may I say, "shouldn't" mix a short acting with glargine/Lantus is it is a full 24 hour insulin. Adding a short acting insulin would mean you take it to combat carbs/glucose increase from a meal. If you only administered your new "mix" of short acting and glargine/Lantus you would have no meal time insulin coverage for your 2 other regular meals. Results of letting glucose run high are very dangerous over a period of time. Microvascular complications - Nephropathy, Neuropathy, PAD, Heart Attack, Stroke are all unfortunate realities to high blood sugars.
Can you mix novolog with novolin n?
It is not recommended to mix Novolog and Novolin N insulin together in the same syringe due to differences in their onset and duration of action. These two insulin types have different formulations and mixing them can affect their efficacy and lead to unpredictable blood sugar control. It is best to consult with a healthcare provider for guidance on how to properly administer these insulins if needed.
What happens if someone drink insulin human mix trad 50?
Nothing will happen as it is having chains of amino acid the gastric enzymes will degrade it . . . .
What is lantus insulin?
It is a long acting insulin.
Diabetes is a result of the insufficient production of what?
insulin in the pancreas
What is the chemical formula for insulin?
The chemical formula of insulin is C256H381N65O79S6
