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Generic Name Insulin NPH

Trade Name Humulin N, Novolin N

Indication hyperglycemia with diabetes type 1 and 2, diabetic ketoacidosis

Action stimulates uptake of glucose into muscle and fat cells, inhibits production of glucose in the liver,
prevents breakdown of fat and protein

| Route | Onset | Peak | Duration | | Subcutaneous | 1-2 hr | 4-12hr | 18-24hr |

Therapeutic Class antidiabetics, hormones

Pharmacologic Class pancreatics

Nursing Considerations • assess for symptoms of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia
• monitor body weight over time
• may cause decreased inorganic phosphates, potassium, and magnesium
• monitor blood sugars every 6 hours, monitor A1C every 3-6 months