Insulin plans
Your insulin plan will tell you what type of insulin to take and when to take it. Some types of insulin work for short periods of time while others are longer-acting.
Your diabetes-care team will help you develop an insulin plan that's right for you and your lifestyle. Between visits, it's a good idea to keep notes about how you're doing so you can share this information with your team. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider before you make any changes in your insulin doses. Below are some sample insulin plans.
The rapid-acting insulin analog part of the premix starts working right away. You can eat as soon as you take your insulin. The intermediate-acting part provides longer coverage. This plan provides you with the advantage of having insulin at mealtime and in between.
This plan is often used for people with type 2 diabetes. The injection is usually taken at bedtime or at supper to provide 24-hour insulin coverage and to prevent high fasting blood glucose in the morning.
Intensive insulin therapy
Intensive insulin therapy is used to keep your blood glucose levels as close to normal as possible and mimics the insulin pattern in people without diabetes. Some people like this plan because it gives them a high degree of flexibility in meal planning. People on intensive insulin therapy need to check their blood glucose levels several times a day, to be sure it doesn't get too low. This "intensive" insulin plan can help people reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
