What is Humulin R Used For?
Humulin R is used to help manage blood sugar levels in adults and children with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Humulin R comes in liquid form solution which is given as an injection under your skin (called a subcutaneous injection). Humulin R can be purchased online at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
What is Humulin R Composition?
Humulin R U-100 is a sterile, clear, aqueous, and colorless solution that contains Human insulin (rDNA origin) 100 units/mL as the active ingredient. Other ingredients include; glycerin 16 mg/mL, metacresol 2.5 mg/mL, endogenous zinc (approximately 0.015 mg/100 units), and water for injection. Humulin R pH is 7.0 to 7.8.
What type of insulin is Humulin R Made up?
Humulin R U-100 is a short-acting insulin. This means it can cover insulin needs for meals eaten within 30 minutes. Humulin R comes in 2 types which include; Humulin R U-100 and Humulin U-500 (more concentrated insulin).
What is the difference between Humulin N and Humulin R?
Humulin N is an intermediate-acting insulin while Humulin R is a short-acting insulin.
Humulin N works within 2 to 4 hours after administering and lasts for 12 to 18 hours, while Humulin R works within 30 minutes after administering and lasts for 8 hours.
What Does the Letter R Stand For in Humulin R?
Humulin R (insulin (human recombinant)) is a hormone produced in the body used in the treatment of diabetes.
Humulin R Dosage
The starting dosage of Humulin R for type 1 diabetes is 0.5 units per kg per day.
What are the Side Effects of Humulin R?
Side effects include;
- Low potassium
- Leg cramps
- Constipation
- Irregular heartbeats
- Fluttering in your chest
- Increased thirst or urination
- Numbness or tingling
- Muscle weakness
- Limp feeling.
How Long Does it Take For Humulin R to Lower Blood Sugar?
Humulin Regular insulin is a short-acting insulin that works within 30 minutes after injection, peaks in 2 to 3 hours, and keeps working for up to 8 hours.
Where Can I Buy Humulin R Online?
Buy Humulin R online at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
