Insulin lispro
Brand: Humalog
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Injection-site reaction
- Weight gain
- Low potassium
Key interactions & cautions
- Adds to other diabetes medicines
- Beta blockers may mask low-sugar signs
- Alcohol affects blood sugar
- Steroids may raise blood sugar
Counseling points
- Inject just before or right after eating
- Rotate injection sites
- Carry fast sugar for low blood sugar
- Know signs of low sugar (shaky, sweaty)
- Store unopened vials in the refrigerator
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