How Do You Mix Lantus Insulin & Other Types Of Insulin?
Diabetics taking insulin injections often need to take more than one kind of insulin at a time. Lantus is a long-acting insulin. Diabetics generally take one injection of Lantus per day. Short-acting insulin, i.e., Novolog, may be required at meal and snack times to stabilize blood sugar levels. One option is to take two separate injections. A better option is to learn how to mix the two types of insulin into one injection. Not only does this save the diabetic from enduring another poke, it also saves on supplies needed. Always remember to check with your doctor before mixing different types of insulin or taking other medication. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water. Mix the two vials of insulin by gently rotating the vials back and forth with your hands. Wipe the top of the short-acting insulin vial with the alcohol swab. Fill the syringe with the appropriate amount of insulin, making sure no air bubbles are present. Wipe the top of the Lantus insulin vial with an alcoh
