INSULIN REGULAR
Regular (soluble) insulin is a short-acting insulin that lowers blood sugar. It is used in diabetes, often alongside longer-acting insulin.
What Insulin (Regular) Is Used For
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes needing insulin
- Controlling blood sugar around meals
Common Side Effects
- Low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia)
- Weight gain
- Reaction at the injection site
Precautions
Learn the warning signs of low blood sugar – sweating, shakiness, hunger, confusion – and keep something sugary to hand. Do not skip meals after your dose, rotate injection sites, and store insulin as directed. Your doctor or diabetes nurse will guide dose adjustments.
This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.
