Insulin Values

Question 1

Rapid Acting (lispro)

Answer 1

• Onset - 15 minutes
• Peak - 1 hour
• Duration - 2-4 hours

Question 2

Regular (short acting)

Answer 2

• Onset - 30-60 minutes
• Peak - 2-6 hours
• Duration- 3-8 hours

Question 3

Intermediate (NPH)

Answer 3

• Onset - 2-4 hours
• Peak - 4-10 hours
• Duration - 10-20 hours

Question 4

Long Acting (glargine)

Answer 4

• Onset - 70 minutes
• Peak - none
• Duration - 24 hours