Insulin NPH Injection: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Insulin NPH Injection
| Generic name | isophane insulin (insulin human isophane) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Intermediate-acting insulin (antidiabetic) |
| Forms | Injectable suspension (vial), Prefilled pen-injector |
Insulin NPH is a man-made, intermediate-acting insulin used to help people with diabetes control their blood sugar. It is injected under the skin and works over a longer period of time than fast-acting insulin.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.