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Humalog and Lantus insulin pens
Diabetes & Endocrine System | Last Active: May 9 8:30am | Replies (5)Comment receiving replies
@celia16 Doctor only gave me a very conservative sliding scale to start, and I've adjusted that as I've gone along and have found the need to increase the insulin units. Now working on trying to inject it more in advance of mealtimes, instead of trying to play "catch up".
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@grrranny , my endocrinologist has always helped me determine what my insulin carb ratio is. It changes over time. I count my carbs in the meal and bolus accordingly. There are some blood meters that will provide your BG, then allow you to insert the carb number and it will tell you how many units of insulin to take, using your individualized insulin/car ratio. I used one before my pump. I might see if your doctor can assist or refer you to a Certified Diabetes Educator. They are helpful too.
I don’t bolus 30 minutes before meals, though I am advised that is recommended. Supposedly it takes 30 minutes for bolus to kick in. I usually take mine 5 minutes ahead, Still, my a1c has been very good since getting a pump. MDI makes things very challenging imo.