insulin is used to treat type 1 diabetes. there are several different types of insulin and most people with type 1 diabetes need a combination of long-acting and short-acting insulins. never skip a dose of insulin without the advice of your doctor. know: the dose of each type of insulin you are taking. the daily schedule for your insulin injections. usually people with type 1 diabetes take a long-acting insulin once or twice a day and a short-acting insulin with meals. how long it takes for each type of insulin to start working (onset) when it will have its greatest effect (peak) and how long it will work (duration). see a table that shows this information about types of insulin. how to prepare and give an insulin injection. diabetes: giving yourself an insulin shot more information: how is insulin given? webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
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