How do Thiazolidinediones work?
Thiazolidinediones Decrease insulin resistance by increasing glucose used by muscles, including the heart.
Medications
What are some examples of assistive devices?
Assistive Technologies Insulin Pumps Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM) Automated Insulin Delivery
Is Pre-Mixed insulin a recommended therapy for the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes?
Well Kinda… Pre-mixed insulin is not recommended for the treatment of Type 1 Diabetes except for special circumstances that prevent the use of traditional basal-bolus therapy
How fast does an intermediate insulin work?
Within 2-4 Hours
How fast does a short-acting insulin work?
Within 30 Minutes
How fast does a rapid-acting insulin work?
Within 15 minutes
What is the right insulin therapy regime for you based upon?
Personal preference Insurance coverage/cost Use of assistive technologies Medical history
Injectable or Oral Medications: Lantus, Novolog, Humilin, Levemir
Injectable All of the listed medications are brand name insulins
What is the biggest risk of Sulfonylureas and Meglitinides use?
Major risk: Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar
What are the main 3 side effects of Metformin use?
Diarrhea Gas Nausea