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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Symptoms Of Hypoglycemia Vs Hyperglycemia

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Taking insulin when hypoglycemic

By Dr. Bill Quick Health Expert

I'd like to mention an observation I have had about treating hypoglycemia -- Treating with insulin as well as food! That's against the rules:

 


The Humalog USPI states:

Humalog is contraindicated during episodes of hypoglycemia...


Novolog USPI ditto:

NovoLog is contraindicated during episodes of hypoglycemia...


Apidra USPI ditto:

APIDRA is contraindicated during episodes of hypoglycemia...


Giving insulin while hypoglycemic had never crossed my mind until after several episodes of treating ...

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