Insulin – Rapid Acting (Novolog, Humalog)
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Insulin – Rapid Acting (Novolog, Humalog)
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Generic Name
Aspart, Lispro, Glulisine
Trade Name
Novolog, Humalog, Apidra
Indication
hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis
Action
stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver,
prevents breakdown of fat and protein
Therapeutic Class
antidiabetics, hormones
Pharmacologic Class
pancreatics
Nursing Considerations
• assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia
• monitor body weight over time
• may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium
• monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months
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