Question
A Type 2 diabetic patient currently using Novorapid 25 asks whether it is better to switch to a long-acting insulin, considering good control of blood sugar and blood pressure, and normal weight. What is the best long-acting insulin? What are the side effects? Thank you very much!
Answer
EastPharm’s insulin is a second-generation product (zinc-protein human insulin), also known as premixed insulin, which requires injection half an hour after each meal. The pen cartridge needs to be shaken before use and can easily cause hypoglycemia. Although it is cheaper, it is not safe. In contrast, Longview insulin is a novel generation of recombinant glargine human insulin solution, a long-acting insulin that needs to be injected once a day and has no risk of hypoglycemia. Seventy percent of diabetic patients in the West use glargine insulin, also known as insulin analogues, which mimic human body’s natural secretion. The quality is good in our country and the price is also low. It is recommended to choose the long-acting insulin from our country.