Insulin, Regular (Humulin R)
Insulin, Regular (Humulin R)
Insulin, Regular (Humulin R)
Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatability with IV drips and/or solutions
2-4 hours 30-60 minutes 5-7 hours
Why is your patient taking this medication?
Control of blood glucose in diabetic patients Common side effects Hypoglycemia, lipodystrophy, pruritus, rash,
allergic reactions.
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC, or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically)
Beta blockers; Thiazide diuretics; corticosteroids;
acetazolamide; morphine; diltiazem; dobutamine; thyroid
preparations; estrogens; nicotine; pretease inhibitor Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication
antiretrovirals; alcohol (chronic use); rifampin; anabolic Administer 15-30 min before meals; proper technique for administration;
steroids (testosterone); clofibrate; MAOIs; NSAIDS; oral rotation of sites; opened vials dicarded 1 month after opening; rolling vial rather
hypoglycemic agents; sulfinpyrazone; tetracyclines; than shaking; proper testing of glucose levels; exercise; diet; alcohol use;
phenylbutazone; ACE inhibitors; sulfonamides; warfarin; drug interactions; signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia;
Glucosamine; Fenugreek; chronium; coenayme Q-10. pregnancy; carry a source of sugar; ID braclet; Regular doctor follow-ups.
Nursing Process - Assessment Assessment Evaluation
(Pre-administration assessment Why would you hold or not give Check after giving
Take vitals; symptoms of hypoglycemia and this med? Control of blood glucose levels without the
hyperglycemia. hypoglycemia appearance of hypoglycemic or hyperglycemic
Monitor body weight periodically episodes