Humulog vs novalin r

Shakaru · #1 (**permalink**) 07-21-2008, 03:51 AM

Ive been on a insulin pump for about 10 years now and Ive run into an odd problem. I normally use humulog in my pump, however, at the current moment I am unable to get ahold of anything but Novalin R. Would this work? Ive read about a 30 min reaction delay, and just need some facts before I do something really stupid.

BlueSky · #2 (**permalink**) 07-21-2008, 04:08 AM

Here is the action profile for Humalog :

.... and here is the action profile for Novolin R :

You obviously need to take into account the slower action for bolusing. But you will also need to adjust the timing of your basal rate changes accordingly.

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