Question

Explain three common side effects of Insulin and how to manage it

Answer 1

The common side effects of insulin are

• Hypoglycemia :sudden or severe drop in blood sugar
  • Administer insulin be for 10 to 15 minutes of meal
  • If insulin is taken,have meal in less than 20 minutes
  • Monitor blood glucose level
  • Be aware of the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and take precautions
  • Eat on time,do not skip meals
• Lipodystropy :The site of injects turns hard
  • Rotate the site of injection in every dose
  • Use appropriate needle
  • Change the needle at least after two injections
  • ice applications to relive pain
  • Heat application to ease circulation
  • Thrombolytics to dissolve clots
• Weight gain
  • Plan the calorie intake
  • Avoid eating unhealthy, junk foods
  • Indulge in physical activity
  • Have meal on time and not to skip any meal