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Insulin Analogs

Knowing what we know now about the safety of Lantus and short term insulins, why do pediatric endocrinologists at children’s hospitals still use NPH to treat new type 1 patients?

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Is it okay to mix Levemir and Humalog?

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My son has been doing well taking NovoLog, but the doctor wants him to switch to Humalog because it is faster acting. Is there a downside to Humalog? Should we make the switch?

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My son was put on Humulin 70/30. Can he take Lantus and short acting insulin?

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My sister has had juvenile diabetes for 13 years. She just switched to Humalog with NPH once. One of our friend’s diabetes specialist doctor suggested that there are severe side-effects of Humalog, and advised not to take it. Would you please help me here since I don’t see information about Humalog’s side-effects in your website.

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Can you tell me the advantages/disadvantages of Lantus as compared to Lente or Ultralente?

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I have recently commenced using an insulin pump with Humalog, and I find that when I take a bolus the insulin stings, but it doesn’t happen with the basal doses. Any further feedback or comments in regard to this?

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My son receives a three month supply of his insulin by mail, and I’ve just been informed that Lantus lasts about one month. Is this after opening the bottle or do we need to be concerned that his entire three month supply will go bad in a month?

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Three weeks ago, we changed my son to Lantus in the evening with Humalog at each meal. Are the snacks considered as crucial as they were when using NPH? What other items should we consider now that my son is taking Lantus? What is the average time frame to seeing the advantages of using Lantus?

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I am a 21 year old student who has had type 1 diabetes for about 12 years. Recently, my doctor has begun to mention insulin analogs. How can I find more information?

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