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What happens if my insulin freezes? Why can't I use it if has been frozen?

Does anyone know if any studies have been done on this?

Can reclast affect blood sugar levels?

Has reclast been tested with insulin dependant diabetics? Since I had my infusion, my sugar count is through the roof, for me...

Does grapefruit juice interact with metoprolol, hydrocodone, insulin, fenofibrate, aspirin?

I need to know what effect grapefruit juice would have on any of the above listed medications, whether adversely or otherwise. In other words, will grapefruit juice mixed with a small amount of alcohol in a mixed drink cause unusual or adverse reactions. My physician states no as long as the mixed... read more

I have type 2 diabetes I'm have bloating and pain after an injection of insulin?

I inject myself in my tummy, 2 inches from my belly button. I get bruising and pain afterward, as well as bloating. It's very uncomfortable and I'm getting concerned. please advise.

Can 500mg of Metformin can be converted in to insulin units? as if compared to Lantus or Apidra?

Example: Metformin 500mg = ___Units of long acting(Lantus) or short acting insulin(Apidra).(Injection Units)

How long does it take for Cellcept to work?

I was put on cellcept about 4 weeks ago for Lupus nephritis in the kidneys. The medicine had raised my blood sugar so now i also take insulin while on it. Did anyone experience bloating, stomach pains or any other chronic pains in the body? How long after taking cellcept did your body get used to... read more

What's the buzz on Ozempic and Wegovy?

what would happen if a person swallowed insulin?

I just started taking insulin, Novolin N (vial contains 100 units/ml, 10 ml)?

My question is if I take 12 units a day, how many days will the vial last? It's supposed to be a 3 mo. supply but I'm not sure how the mls and units relate to each other

Do the unopened NovoLog flexpens need to be refrigerated? Same Q for Lantus SoloStar. Thanks?

I am new to injecting insulin and am not sure if the FlexPens I'm using need to be refrigerated. I know that the one I'm using does not have to be for 28 days but the remaining ones in the box, I'm not sure about.

Does Readi-Cat 2 Berry Smoothie contain carbs or sugar? How much?

I am an insulin dependent, type 1 diabetic. I have to take an insulin shot before ingesting any carbs or sugar. I have to drink Barium Sulfate for a ct scan of my abdomen.

Insulin - How many "units" are in a 3ml vial?

Humulin N was prescribed for my cat at 2.5 units twice a day.

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