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Insulin NPH and Insulin Regular
What is it? Overview Usage Side Effects and Warnings
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What is Insulin NPH and Insulin Regular?

(IN soo lin N P H & IN soo lin REG yoo ler)

• This medicine is used to lower blood sugar in diabetic patients.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Wear disease medical alert identification.

• If you are 80 or older, use this medicine with caution. You could be more sensitive to low blood sugar.

• Do not drive if blood sugar has been low. There is a greater risk of an accident.

• If you have kidney disease, talk with healthcare provider.

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Limit alcohol intake (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

• Be consistent with exercise. Increased exercise can decrease insulin needs.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Low blood...

 
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