What is the generic name for Lantis?
Insulin
What is the brand name for Insulin?
Humalog, Novalog, Novalin, Lantis
Drug class for Insulin?
Hormone; antidiabetic
Mechanism of action of Insulin?
Glucogenesis/ transport of glucose into the cell. Intracellular shift of K+ and Mg+
Indications of Insulin?
hyperglycemia/ hyperkalemia
Contraindications of Insulin?
hypoglycemia/ hypokalemia
Adverse effects of Insulin?
weakness, fatigue, confusion, headache, seizures, coma, diaphoresis
Precautions of Insulin?
incompatible in solution with others. ETOH and salicylates may potentiate effects
Dose and Admin of Insulin?
10-25 units SubQ/IM