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Insulin – Rapid Acting (Novolog, Humalog)

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

Route OnsetPeakDurationAspart10-20 min1-3 hr3-5 hrGlulisine15 min1 hr2-4 hrLispro15 min1-1.5 hr3-4 hr

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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