{"id":2581,"date":"2018-10-12T10:00:57","date_gmt":"2018-10-12T10:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=2581"},"modified":"2024-01-29T14:01:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T08:31:07","slug":"tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Taking Insulin in Diabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Types_of_Insulin\" title=\"Types of Insulin\">Types of Insulin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Tips_for_Taking_Insulin_in_Diabetes\" title=\"Tips for Taking Insulin in Diabetes\">Tips for Taking Insulin in Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Side_Effects_of_Insulin\" title=\"Side Effects of Insulin\">Side Effects of Insulin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Storing_Insulin_Injections\" title=\"Storing Insulin Injections\">Storing Insulin Injections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Storing_Inhaled_Insulin\" title=\"Storing Inhaled Insulin\">Storing Inhaled Insulin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#Regular_Monitoring\" title=\"Regular Monitoring\">Regular Monitoring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/tips-for-taking-insulin-in-diabetes\/#i\" title=\"&nbsp;\">&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">We all need insulin. It\u2019s a hormone produced by the body that regulates our blood sugar levels. However, if you\u2019re one of the 25 million+ people with type 2 diabetes (T2D), then you have insulin resistance which means your pancreas produces some insulin, but your body doesn\u2019t respond to it appropriately. This article will tell you a few tips for taking insulin in diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F2581\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As per research taking insulin injections is one of the best ways to manage sugar levels for type 2 diabetes. Moreover, self-injected insulin can be lifesaving in these cases, but for someone who is new to insulin, the idea of it can be overwhelming. Here\u2019s everything you need to know before giving it a shot.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Insulin\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Types of Insulin<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are many different types of insulin used to treat diabetes and are defined by how they affect our body, how quickly they work when they peak, and how long they last.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rapid-acting insulin:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> This insulin starts to work within a few minutes, and its effect can last for a couple of hours.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Regular- or short-acting insulin:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> This takes about 30 minutes to work fully and lasts for 3 to 6 hours.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Intermediate-acting insulin:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> This takes between 2 to 4 hours to work fully. Its effects can last for up to 18 hours or more.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Long-acting insulin:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> This type can work for an entire day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Depending on your status, you may be prescribed more than one type of insulin. Also, you might need to take insulin more than once daily.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Taking_Insulin_in_Diabetes\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tips for Taking Insulin in Diabetes<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/shutterstock_181677050.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for taking insulin in diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-10320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/shutterstock_181677050.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/shutterstock_181677050-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/shutterstock_181677050-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To inject insulin into your body, you need to fill the proper syringe with the correct amount of medicine, decide where to inject it and know how to give the injection.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When you start taking insulin, your healthcare provider will help you understand how to inject it. Make sure to rotate where you inject the insulin so that the scar tissue doesn\u2019t build up. Also, keep in mind not to inject near your joints, groin area, navel, the middle of your stomach, or on existing scars.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 1:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;Pinch the skin and put the needle in at a 45\u00ba angle.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 2:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;If your skin tissues are thicker, you may be able to inject straight up and down (90\u00ba angle). Check with your provider before doing this.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 3:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;Inject the needle all the way into the skin. Let go of the pinched skin. Push the insulin slowly and steadily until it is all in.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 4:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;Leave the syringe in place for 5 seconds after injecting.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Step 5:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;Pull the needle out at the same angle it went in.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_Insulin\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Side Effects of Insulin<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Low blood sugar levels<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Weight gain when you initially start using it<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lumps or scars where you\u2019ve had too many insulin shots<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Rash where you injected. This can rarely spread all over the body.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have a case of Asthma, then with inhaled insulin, there\u2019s a chance that your lungs could tighten suddenly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Storing_Insulin_Injections\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Storing Insulin Injections<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A good rule of thumb for storage is that the insulin is safe if the temperature is comfortable for you. You can store the bottle you\u2019re using at room temperature for up to 30 days. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Another tip is to avoid letting it get too hot or cold and keep away from direct sunlight. Moreover, always make sure you have extra as backup.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The night before, you\u2019re going to use a new bottle, take it out, and let it warm up. Don\u2019t let the insulin freeze. Always take a look inside the insulin bottle before using it. Rapid-acting and short-acting should be clear. Other forms may look cloudy, but the concentration shouldn\u2019t have any clumps.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you are traveling or carry your insulin with you, make sure not to shake it as it leads to air bubbles. This can alter the dose of insulin you withdraw for your shot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/insulin-and-glucagon-regulation-of-blood-sugar-levels\/\"><em>Read More: Insulin and Glucagon: Regulation of Blood Sugar Levels<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Storing_Inhaled_Insulin\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Storing Inhaled Insulin<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When it comes to inhaled insulin, check on the directions on the package. You should keep the package sealed and refrigerated until you\u2019re ready to start using it. Also, make sure to use it within ten days. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can refrigerate packages once you\u2019ve opened, but make sure to let the cartridge warm up to room temperature 10 minutes before you start using it.<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regular_Monitoring\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Regular Monitoring<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you use insulin regularly, it is advisable to invest in a blood sugar monitoring device, better known as the <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/35dXTUC\">glucometer.<\/a> It will help you keep track of your blood sugar levels from the comfort of wherever you are.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":10322,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[6,7,30],"class_list":["post-2581","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diabetes-basics","tag-diabetes","tag-diabetes-care","tag-insulin"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2581"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2581"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2581\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18773,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2581\/revisions\/18773"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10322"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2581"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2581"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2581"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}